AMRAAM - The Air-to-Air Force Multiplier.

Abstract

This article provides a brief history of the Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) program to include its concept, need, capabilities, and a comparison against the AIM-7M. Also, a hypothetical combat scenario is provided to illustrate both the optimum use of AMRAAM and the potential problem areas that could limit its successful employment. Furthermore, the article suggests that support personnel and systems, as well as enhanced tactical training programs, can contribute to the effective employment of AMRAAM in combat. The article is written for the general military reader rather than just the 'tactical world.'

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA195035

Entities

People

  • Stephen J. Allen

Organizations

  • Air Command and Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Cyber
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerial Warfare
  • Air Force
  • Air Power
  • Airborne Warning And Control System
  • Control Systems
  • Electronic Countermeasures
  • Employment
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Flight Training
  • Instructors
  • Radar
  • Security
  • Students
  • Tactical Training
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Missile Defense Systems.
  • Strategic Security Studies
  • Systems Analysis and Design