First look, first kill

Article Abstract:

The impressive 'first-look, first-kill' performance of the new US Navy-Air Force AIM-9X short-range air-to-air missile during flight tests is likely make it the world's best dogfight missile when it enters service in 2003. The AIM-9X developed by Raytheon Co is an improved derivative of the AIM-9 Sidewinder and uses the company's imaging infrared seeker used in the UK's Advanced Short-Range Air-to-Air missile. When used in conjunction with an advanced helmet-mounted cueing system, the AIM-9X proved to be a very lethal.

Air-to-Air Missiles, Raytheon Co., Air to air missiles

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Potent punch

Article Abstract:

The joint venture by Raytheon Systems Co and Lockheed Martin Corp anticipates prospective interest from various countries for its Javelin antitank missile, after the manportable weapon was put into service in the US Army. Already, the UK, Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Finland, and Norway are said to be moving towards the procurement of lethal missile system. Raytheon's Steven Ignat asserts that the interest in Javelin stems from most countries' stronger focus on their rapid- reaction units.

Antitank & Antiarmor Missiles, Raytheon Systems Co., Antitank missiles

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Fleet management: Army re-engineers support for its venerable Chinook helicopters

Article Abstract:

The US Army has improved its logistic support for its CH-47D Chinook cargo helicopters using fleet management techniques. The average age of these aircraft is 31 years and the Army intends to extend fleet life by another 20 years via an upgrade program.

Aircraft, Aircraft Manufacturing, Transport & Utility Helicopters, United States. Army, CH-47 (Helicopter)

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