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US Navy Unveils AIM-494 Malice Air-to-Air Missile with Over 500 km Range
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First reported by Walla · 2 days ago
What happened
The US Navy introduced the AIM-494 Malice, a long-range air-to-air missile exceeding 463 km, designed to counter Chinese threats and enhance carrier-based strike capabilities. It is in testing and can be carried by F-18 and F-35 jets. The missile's range and technology could also benefit Israel's air force, allowing strikes deep into regional airspace.
- 01The US Navy revealed the AIM-494 Malice missile with a range over 463 km, targeting Chinese threats.
- 02The missile uses radar guidance, advanced propulsion, and is in testing stages.
- 03It can be carried externally on F-18s and internally on F-35s without losing stealth.
- 04The missile costs over one million dollars per unit.
- 05Israel could integrate the missile on its F-35, F-15, and F-16 jets, extending strike range to southern Turkey.
- 06Targeting data will come from fighter jets, ships, reconnaissance planes, and future US satellite radar networks.
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