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AGM-158 JASSM

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AGM-158 JASSM is a low-observable, air-launched cruise missile developed by Lockheed Martin in collaboration with Northrop Grumman and BAE Systems. The missile is designed to destroy high-value, well-defended targets, such as those found in Soviet Union-era air defense systems, like the S-300 and S-400 systems. The development of the AGM-158 JASSM was influenced by the Gulf War and the need for a stealthy, long-range cruise missile that could evade Surface-to-air missile defenses, such as those employed by Iraq and North Korea. The program involved cooperation with various US Air Force agencies, including the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center.

● Development

The development of the AGM-158 JASSM began in the late 1990s, with Lockheed Martin as the primary contractor, and involved partnerships with Northrop Grumman, BAE Systems, and other companies, such as Williams International and Thiokol. The program was managed by the US Air Force's Air Armament Center, which worked closely with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and the Office of the Secretary of Defense. The AGM-158 JASSM was designed to be compatible with various aircraft, including the B-1B Lancer, B-2 Spirit, and F-15E Strike Eagle, and was influenced by the Tomahawk cruise missile program. The development process involved extensive testing and evaluation, including flight tests at the White Sands Missile Range and the Eglin Air Force Base.

● Design and Features

The AGM-158 JASSM features a low-observable design, with a radar-absorbing material coating and a serrated edge to reduce its radar cross-section. The missile is powered by a Williams International F107 turbofan engine and has a range of over 230 miles (370 km), making it suitable for use against targets in China, Russia, and other countries with advanced air defenses, such as the S-400 system. The AGM-158 JASSM is equipped with a penetration warhead, designed to destroy hardened targets, such as those found in bunkers and command centers, and is guided by a GPS and inertial navigation system. The missile's design was influenced by the US Navy's Tomahawk cruise missile and the US Air Force's AGM-86B air-launched cruise missile.

● Operational History

The AGM-158 JASSM entered service with the US Air Force in 2009 and has been deployed in various operations, including Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The missile has been used by the US Air Force's B-1B Lancer and B-52 Stratofortress bombers, as well as the F-15E Strike Eagle and F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets. The AGM-158 JASSM has also been used in exercises and demonstrations, such as the Red Flag exercise at Nellis Air Force Base and the Rim of the Pacific exercise, which involved participation from countries like Australia, Canada, and Japan. The missile's operational history has been marked by its use in various combat scenarios, including the War in Afghanistan and the Iraq War.

● Variants

There are several variants of the AGM-158 JASSM, including the AGM-158A and the AGM-158B. The AGM-158A is the baseline variant, while the AGM-158B features an improved warhead and guidance system. The AGM-158B variant is designed to be more effective against hardened targets, such as those found in bunkers and command centers, and has been used in operations like Operation Inherent Resolve. Other variants, such as the AGM-158C and the AGM-158D, are in development, with the AGM-158C featuring a new propulsion system and the AGM-158D featuring an advanced guidance system. The development of these variants has involved cooperation with companies like Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and BAE Systems.

● Operators

The AGM-158 JASSM is operated by the US Air Force and has been exported to several countries, including Australia, Finland, and Poland. The missile is also used by the Royal Australian Air Force and the Finnish Air Force, and has been integrated with various aircraft, including the F/A-18 Hornet and the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Other countries, such as Canada and Japan, have expressed interest in acquiring the AGM-158 JASSM, and the missile has been demonstrated at various international air shows, including the Farnborough Airshow and the Paris Air Show. The AGM-158 JASSM has also been used in joint exercises with countries like United Kingdom, France, and Germany, and has been deployed in various regions, including the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific.

Category:Missiles

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