air-to-air missile
Fighter jet's weapon
An air-to-air missile is a weapon fired from an aircraft at another aircraft in flight.
These guided missiles typically use radar or heat-seeking technology to track and intercept enemy planes, making them essential tools in aerial combat.
The term distinguishes them from air-to-ground missiles, which target surface objectives.
The fighter jet was armed with both short-range and long-range air-to-air missiles.
- sidewinderSnake that moves diagonally
- heat-seekingAttracted to warmth sources
- lock onAcquire and track automatically
- fire and forgetRequires no post-launch input
- interceptorAircraft that intercepts threats
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