1. AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM) – United States
The AIM-260 JATM is the U.S. military's next-generation beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, developed by Lockheed Martin. Designed to counter advanced threats, it features a high-speed Mach 5 capability and utilizes inertial guidance with a two-way data link and active radar homing. The missile is compatible with platforms such as the F-22 Raptor, F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, F-35 Lightning II, and the F-15EX Eagle II. The AIM-260 is considered a top priority for both the U.S. Air Force and Navy .
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2. MBDA Meteor – Europe
The Meteor is a European-developed beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile known for its exceptional range and high-speed performance. Equipped with a ramjet engine, it maintains consistent propulsion throughout its flight, allowing it to engage targets at extended distances. The Meteor is integrated with aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon, Dassault Rafale, and Saab Gripen, and is also intended for the F-35 Lightning II .
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3. AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) – United States
The AIM-120 AMRAAM has been a cornerstone of U.S. and allied air forces since the 1990s. The latest variant, the AIM-120D, offers enhanced range and accuracy, utilizing active radar homing and advanced guidance systems. It has been successfully employed in various conflicts, achieving multiple air-to-air kills. The AMRAAM is compatible with a wide range of aircraft, including the F-16 Fighting Falcon, F/A-18 Hornet, and F-35 Lightning II .
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4. AIM-174B – United States
The AIM-174B is a long-range air-to-air missile developed from the U.S. Navy's SM-6 surface-to-air missile. With an unprecedented range of 400 km, it significantly outmatches China's PL-15 missile, providing U.S. aircraft with the ability to engage aerial targets from a safer distance. The AIM-174B is compatible with various allied aircraft, notably Australia's, and is expected to enhance the U.S. military's operational reach in regions like the South China Sea .
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5. R-77 (AA-12 Adder) – Russia
The R-77, also known by its NATO reporting name AA-12 Adder, is Russia's primary beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile. The latest variant, the R-77M, boasts an impressive range of up to 193 km and incorporates advanced guidance systems, including active radar homing. It is deployed on various Russian aircraft, such as the Su-27, Su-30, Su-35, and Su-57, and is considered a formidable counterpart to Western missile systems .