Defense News:
WASHINGTON — Raytheon has announced the development of a new air-to-air missile, one it claims will be half the size of current weapons but achieve greater speed and maneuverability.
In a news release during the Air Force Association’s annual conference, Raytheon claimed the new Peregrine weapon is applicable for use against “drones, manned aircraft and cruise missiles.”
“Through the use of additive manufacturing and readily available materials, it effectively doubles the number of missiles current fighter jets can carry, at a significantly lower cost than current weapons,” the statement said. The weapon will be about 50 pounds and 6 feet long
