US Army upgrades Cold War missiles to hunt modern drones with new propulsion tech
The FIM-92 Stinger, a combat-proven Cold War-era short-range air defense missile, has been a mainstay in the US Army’s arsenal since 1981.
Known for its versatility, the shoulder-fired missile operates in both surface-to-air and air-to-air roles, reaching speeds of up to Mach 2.
However, its range has seen little improvement over the decades, constrained by its traditional solid-fuel rocket motor limits.
In response to evolving battlefield threats, particularly the increase of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, the US Army has launched an ambitious next-generation missile propulsion initiative, codenamed Red Wasp.
The FIM-92 Stinger, a combat-proven Cold War-era short-range air defense missile, has been a mainstay in the US Army’s arsenal since 1981.
Known for its versatility, the shoulder-fired missile operates in both surface-to-air and air-to-air roles, reaching speeds of up to Mach 2.
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