Sky Sting

Sky Sting
Sky Sting missile at Paris Air Show, 2023
TypeBeyond-visual-range air-to-air missile
Place of originIsrael
Production history
DesignerRafael Advanced Defense Systems
Specifications
Mass170 kg (370 lb) est.
Length3.7 m (12 ft 2 in) est.
Diameter180 mm (7.1 in) est.
WarheadHE
Detonation
mechanism
Proximity / impact fuze
PropellantThree-pulse solid-propellant rocket motor
Operational
range
100 km (62 mi; 54 nmi) est.
Guidance
system
INS, two-way datalink, RF
ReferencesJanes[1]
For the Taiwanese missile, see Sky Spear.

Sky Sting, formerly known as Sky Spear, is a 6th generation long-range, air-to-air missile developed by Rafael. It was unveiled at the Paris Air Show in 2023.[1][2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Janes (13 January 2025), "Sky Sting", Janes Weapons: Air Launched, Coulsdon, Surrey: Jane's Group UK Limited., retrieved 30 June 2025
  2. ^ Frantzman, Seth J. (2023-06-21). "Rafael announces new, 6th Gen air-to-air missile 'Sky Spear'". Breaking Defense. Retrieved 2023-06-27.
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