The US Air Force's oldest bomber fired off a new hypersonic weapon in the Pacific, but the missile's future is uncertain
US Air Force tests new hypersonic missile on B-52 bomber in Western Pacific.
- Bilawal Riaz
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The US Air Force recently conducted a test of a new hypersonic missile on a B-52 bomber in the Western Pacific, marking the first time such a weapon has been tested in the region. The missile, part of the ARRW program, is a long-range hypersonic weapon designed for high-speed maneuverability. While the success of the test was not disclosed, the Air Force gained valuable insights into the technology. The B-52 bomber, a decades-old aircraft, remains crucial for strategic missions and continues to be updated to stay relevant in modern warfare.
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- Western Pacific
- US
- Air Force
- ARRW