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Oct. 24 (UPI) — Raytheon-produced surface-to-air missiles beat back two aerial threats at sea during a testing exercise by the Republic of Korea’s navy. South Korea’s navy fired three SM-2 Block IIIB missiles to destroy simulated aerial threats, Raytheon announced on Wednesday. South Korea also successfully tested advanced semi-active radar seeker technology in two Block IIIA missiles
The SM-2 missile features an advanced semi-active radar seeker technology in both continuous wave and interrupted continuous wave guidance mode. It uses tail controls and solid rocket motor propulsion during high-speed maneuvering threats at tactically significant ranges.
The IIIB version has added autonomous infrared acquisition. It also allows for active radar target detection and directional warheads for target precision. Both versions of the SM-2 missile can defend against anti-ship missiles and aircraft out to 90 nautical miles.
