PARIS, June 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon Company's
(NYSE: RTN) StormBreakerTM weapon has completed all
operational test drops, moving it closer to initial operational
capability. The StormBreaker tri-mode seeker uses imaging infrared
and millimeter wave radar in its normal mode to give pilots the
ability to destroy moving targets, even in adverse weather, from
standoff ranges. Additionally, the weapon can use its semi-active
laser guidance to hit targets.
"All operating modes of StormBreaker have been rigorously tested
in operationally relevant scenarios against real-world targets in
environments that are similar to actual battlefield conditions,"
said Kim Ernzen, Raytheon Air
Warfare Systems vice president. "With its tri-mode seeker and
datalink, this smart weapon will close a capability gap and make
adverse weather irrelevant."
Operational testing is complete, and early stages of
StormBreaker integration work are underway.
About Raytheon
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$27 billion and 67,000 employees, is
a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil
government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of
innovation spanning 97 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art
electronics, mission systems integration,
C5I® products and services, sensing, effects and
mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon
is headquartered in Waltham,
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