Air Force, Raytheon complete First Flight Test of AIM-120C-8
The Newest Generation of Air-to-Air Missiles
The AIM-120 AMRAAM Continues to Evolve
The United States Air Force and Raytheon, a Raytheon Technologies business, have successfully completed the first flight test of the AIM-120C-8, the latest variant of the Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The test was conducted at the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station in California and demonstrated the missile's advanced capabilities, including its enhanced range, improved seeker, and increased maneuverability.
The AIM-120 AMRAAM is an all-weather, air-to-air missile that has been in service with the Air Force and other U.S. military branches for over 30 years. The missile is used to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft at medium range. The AIM-120C-8 is the latest international variant of the AMRAAM and incorporates several new features that improve its performance.
The AIM-120C-8 has an extended range of more than 100 miles, which allows it to engage targets at greater distances. The missile also has an improved seeker that can detect and track targets more accurately. Additionally, the AIM-120C-8 has increased maneuverability, which makes it more difficult for enemy aircraft to evade.
The successful flight test of the AIM-120C-8 is a significant milestone in the development of the AMRAAM program. The new missile will provide the Air Force with a more capable and effective weapon to defend against enemy aircraft.
In addition to the United States, the AIM-120C-8 is also being offered to other countries. The Government of Sweden has already requested to buy up to 250 of the missiles.
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