Scott.Johnson@p0.f7.n391.z8.fidonet.org (Scott Johnson) (07/05/90)
From: Scott.Johnson@p0.f7.n391.z8.fidonet.org (Scott Johnson)
The AIM-9M is a compainnion to the -9L, but weighs 6kg more
because of an improved seeker head with better IR
counter-countermeasures and lock-on capability. . Interestingly,
other modern Sidewinders are rebuilt older models, the AIM-99N being
the -9B/E upgraded to the -9J standard, and the AIM-9P comprising
-9B/E/J and new-build missles to the approximate standard of the
-9J/L series with smokeless propellant.
According to The Encyclopedia of World Airpower, the F-18 is
cleared to carry the AIM-120. But, owing tto the types recent
developemental problems, the Hornet has yet to carry them
operationally.
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