Supersonic Targets
Abstract
The GQM-173A target emulates a two-stage anti-ship cruise missile. The GQM-173A will have a subsonic bus stage vehicle which will tumble and fall into the sea, and a supersonic sprint stage vehicle which continues flight to impact. The fielded system will provide threat representation in support of DT&E and OT&E and will identify deficiencies in shipboard air defense systems. Funding will also continue for GQM-163 SSST upgrades/evolutionary development to keep pace with evolving threat characteristics. Efforts include continuing to establish operational capability at Pacific Missile Range Facility, developing performance envelope characteristics to include flight termination performance, and continuing development of high-diver capability.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2014
- Source ID
- 89a2e7a1ed4adc6d0031271be1ed0b1e