Navy Hypersonic Missile Program Delayed
5 sources · first reported Yesterday
The US Navy's hypersonic missile program is facing significant delays and challenges, including manufacturing and quality issues, with Lockheed Martin struggling to build the missiles at scale. The program to install hypersonic missiles on Zumwalt-class destroyers is two years behind schedule, and the Navy and Army risk wasting money and time without a unified strategy.
The development of hypersonic missiles is a key priority for the US military, and delays and challenges in the program could impact national security and the ability to counter emerging threats. A unified strategy is crucial to ensure effective development and deployment of these advanced weapons.
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