US Air Force Boosts Stealth Missile Production
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The US Air Force is expanding its procurement of stealthy air-launched cruise and anti-ship missiles, with two contracts for Lockheed Martin-designed missiles seeing production runs increased to 23,095. The missiles include the AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles and AGM-158C Long-Range Anti-Ship Missiles. This expansion indicates a significant investment in long-range strike capabilities.
The increased production of stealthy missiles enhances the US Air Force's ability to conduct long-range strikes, bolstering its capabilities in anti-ship and air-to-surface missions. This development has strategic significance for the US military's modernization efforts and its ability to counter adversaries.
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