AIM-9X Block III

Abstract

The AIM-9X Block III builds upon the incremental acquisition strategy used to develop AIM-9X Block I and Block II to provide increased kinematics, lethality, enhanced Infrared Counter-Measure performance against emerging advanced threats, and improved Insensitive Munitions (IM) performance. Block III includes design improvements to enhance performance capabilities of the missile and will employ several components common with the AIM-9X Block II (e.g. advanced seeker, Advanced Optical Target Detector / datalink). This budget line item will fund the technology risk reduction, software development, hardware development, insensitive munitions improvements, test, and aircraft platform integration of AIM-9X Block III to ensure these capabilities perform in accordance with established requirements. Risk reduction and EMD programs also comply with and address the Joint Requirements Oversight Council Memorandum Insensitive Munitions direction (11 February 2009) for AIM-9X IM technology insertion. Applicable anti-tamper features already incorporated in the existing AIM-9X Block II to protect improvements inherent in design will be brought forward for AIM-9X Block III.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2014
Source ID
0458_0207161N_7_1319_PB_2014

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  • Missile Defense Systems.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

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