Northrop Grumman’s Jackal missile passes key flight test

Northrop Grumman’s Jackal missile passes key flight test

Northrop Grumman completed a successful flight test of its Jackal precision strike missile on June 1, demonstrating the core systems that will define how American ground forces deliver long-range strikes in the most contested environments they are likely to face. The test validated the missile’s automated turbojet engine startup, autopilot-controlled flight, and high-speed maneuvering, confirming […]

Northrop Grumman’s Jackal precision strike missile clears key flight test

Northrop Grumman has completed a key flight test of its Jackal precision strike missile, advancing the development of its next generation weapon system.

Northrop Grumman says Jackal precision strike missile completes key flight test of propulsion and navigation systems

During the test, Jackal demonstrated rapid response through automated turbojet engine startup. It also carried out autopilot-controlled flight and flexible high-speed maneuvering, according to the company. Northrop Grumman said the flight test validated the missile’s airframe, propulsion, navigation and autopilot systems. The company said the results confirmed the technical readiness of those systems as the program continues. The test builds on …