Raytheon is on track to execute its first flight test intercept attempt with an SM-3 Block IB missile early next year, according to Ed Miyashiro, vice president of Raytheon Missile Systems.
The sea-based SM-3 Block IB will feature a new divert-and-attitude-control system as well as a two-color infrared sensor, both improvements over the SM-3 Block IA now in use.
These missiles are designed for use with the Aegis ship-based defensive system.
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