US Navy explores AESM as alternative to AGM-88G AARGM-ER anti-radiation missile

The post describes the U.S. Navy issuing an RFI for an AARGM-ER-equivalent missile under the AESM effort, seeking a mature (TRL>6) extended-range anti-radiation weapon compatible with F-35/F/A-18/EA-18G. Earlier AESM language also hinted at a novel anti-radiation air-to-air capability (homing on RF emitters like AEW&C/EW aircraft), which would expand SEAD/DEAD missiles into an 'AWACS-killer' role if pursued.