Raytheon Technologies Corporation (RTX) announced a successful first flight test of the new Extended Range Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM-ER) variant, marking a significant milestone in its air defense missile development program. This innovative variant represents a first-of-its-kind configuration, incorporating several advanced technologies.
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The AMRAAM-ER goes beyond simply building upon the existing AMRAAM’s capabilities. It represents a first-of-its-kind configuration incorporating the guidance section of the AIM-120 C-8, potentially offering enhanced targeting and precision. Additionally, the variant boasts a more robust 10-inch rocket motor from Nammo, enabling increased range and performance. Furthermore, the AMRAAM-ER integrates a 10-inch Control Actuator System (CAS) from Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, branded as the Norwegian Propulsion Stack. This was done in collaboration with the Norwegian Ministry of Defence (MoD) as a partner.
“Integrating this new technology into the AMRAAM-ER ensures the advanced capabilities of the surface-launched munition for many years to come,” said Paul Ferraro, president of Air & Space Defense Systems at Raytheon. “Agile software upgrades will continue to advance AMRAAM to stay ahead of evolving threats.”
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