Photos show the previously unseen AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile on a VX-31 F/A-18F at Eglin, confirming external configuration and ongoing flight-test integration. The AIM-260 is intended to replace/augment AIM-120 AMRAAM with greater range and speed while keeping a similar form factor, potentially enabling longer-range BVR engagements against peer threats.
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First public photo of AIM-260 JATM carried on US Navy F/A-18F test jet
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- The War Zone · https://www.twz.com/air/secretive-aim-260-air-to-air-missile-finally-breaks-coverSecretive AIM-260 Air-To-Air Missile Finally Breaks Cover