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Japan Plans Air-to-Air ASM-3

3 sources · first reported Yesterday

via Theaviationist

Japan's Ministry of Defense hints at an air-to-air variant of the ASM-3 anti-ship missile. The supersonic munition is designed to replace the ASM-1 and ASM-2 missiles.

Why it matters

The development of an air-to-air capability for the ASM-3 missile could enhance Japan's defense capabilities against airborne targets.

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Independent Media 3
Single-source: Independent Media

Development timeline

How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. Theaviationist · Primary
    Japan Reportedly Planning Air to Air Variant of ASM-3 Anti-Ship Missile
  2. Twz ·
    Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Supersonic Cruise Missile May Have An Air-To-Air Capability
  3. Navalnews ·
    Japan Plans to Adopt ASM-3ER Anti-Ship Missile for Air-to-Air Role