ASELSAN:
Lockheed Martin:
Rheinmetall:
BAE Systems:
Thales:
Leonardo:
Saab:
Kongsberg Gruppen:
Indra Sistemas:
Mitsubishi Heavy Ind.:
Hanwha Aerospace:
AVIC Shenyang Aircraft:
Hindustan Aeronautics:
KEY INTELLIGENCE TAKEAWAYS & SUMMARY
- Lockheed Martin introduced the PAC-3 Edge interceptor missile, which offers engagement capabilities against hypersonic and advanced ballistic missile threats.
- The system features a next-generation seeker developed by the Strigo Product Center and a multi-pulse solid rocket motor produced by Northrop Grumman.
- Set to strengthen the U.S. Army's Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) architecture, initial tests of the missile are anticipated in 2027, with field deployments projected for 2031.
- Built upon the legacy of the PAC-3 MSE and CRI, the new design expands the layered air defense umbrella with increased altitude and range capacity.
Technical Capability and Advanced Interception Architecture
The missile's propulsion architecture bears the signature of Northrop Grumman. The developed multi-pulse solid rocket motor enables precise thrust management across all phases of the missile's flight. This dynamic thrust control maximizes the missile's acceleration at the point of intercept while providing a critical advantage in reactive maneuvers conducted at high altitudes. Furthermore, renewed guidance and control systems markedly extend the system's engagement range and ceiling altitude.
Integration into the IAMD Architecture and Field Schedule
Conclusion and Future Outlook
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