The AIM-9M8/9 incorporates a low-cost quick-reaction modification of the missile’s infrared counter ... been improved upon steadily since. The L model was the first Sidewinder with the ability ...

The AIM-7 Sparrow is a radar-guided, air-to-air missile with a high-explosive warhead ... of the Sparrow remained relatively unchanged from model to model, the internal components of newer ...

Indeed, if there is a staple in the U.S. tactical air forces’ arsenal, it is the AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The munition can defeat adversaries at very long ...

Introducing the AIM-54 Phoenix Missile The AIM-54 was carried on the F-14’s external pylon, in clusters of six, and could be launched against other aircraft.With a top speed of Mach five, or ...