Experiment Packages Stinger Missile With Ramjet For Range Boost

Steve Trimble May 22, 2025
U.S. Army
Credit: U.S. Army
U.S. Army researchers have revealed an experimental air defense interceptor powered by a dual-cycle, rocket-ramjet propulsion system. The Red Wasp program is evaluating how to package a solid fuel ramjet into a RTX FIM-92 Stinger man-portable air defense system to extend the range. The Army Combat...
Steve Trimble

Steve covers military aviation, missiles and space for the Aviation Week Network, based in Washington DC.

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