TOW/Hellfire successor could be joint and international

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The US Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps are interested in joining the Army's program to develop a common missile to replace its TOW and Hellfire anti-armor missiles, which are reaching the end of their 15-year shelf lives. The three services have missile requirements for their fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, including a successor to the Maverick air-to- surface missiles. Other countries, particularly the UK, may likely participate in the common missile effort.

United States, Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing, International politics, Air-to-Surface Missiles, Air to surface missiles

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Gunships gain reach and punch

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Attack helicopters are becoming much more lethal due to advances in weapon and sensor systems. New radars, imagers and electronic-support receivers are allowing armed helicopters to detect and identify targets at much longer ranges than ever before. The Bell Helicopter Textron AH-1Z, Denel Aviation Rooivalk, Eurocopter Tiger and the Kamov Ka-52 Alligator are among the military helicopters equipped with the latest sensors and weapons.

Product information, World, Aircraft Manufacturing, Attack Helicopters

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