US Navy Developing Tiny Air-To-Air Missile
2 sources · first reported Yesterday
The US Navy is developing a new, tiny air-to-air missile for use on stealthy combat aircraft, as an alternative to the larger AIM-424 long-range missile. The new missile is intended for a different use case than the AIM-424.
Why it matters
This development matters because it shows the Navy's focus on adapting to new threats and developing innovative solutions for stealthy aircraft. The tiny air-to-air missile could provide a unique capability for Navy combat aircraft.
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