DARPA Launches Hypersonic Missile Program
4 sources · first reported 22h ago
DARPA has initiated a new hypersonic missile program to counter China's YJ-19 and CJ-1000 missiles. The program aims to develop a hypersonic missile capability for the US. This development comes a year after China unveiled the world's first operational air-breathing hypersonic missiles.
Why it matters
The development of hypersonic missiles is crucial for the US to maintain its military edge over China, which has already made significant advancements in this field. This program highlights the strategic significance of hypersonic technology in modern warfare.
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