The new weapon could complement the AIM-174 or eventually take on some of its missions.
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Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Aug. 2026
When operational, the A3 will be used for high-value missions, including Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD), electronic attack, and strike operations while teaming with JAS 39 Gripen E and GlobalEye platforms.
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