AIM-9 © Konstantinos Panitsidis

Photos from the personal collection of Konstantinos Panitsidis


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The missile, integrated into the arsenal of the USAF since 1977, is an improved version of theAIM-9E. The electronic circuits partially replaced by micro chips. It bears strongerservomichanisms control rudders and redesigned.

 


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

LAUNCH-PLATFORM F-4E Phantom PI-2000, F-14, F-15, F-16, Tornado, Sea Harrier, Hawk and Helicopters
DESIGNER Hercules / Aerojet
IN SERVICE 1977
TYPE Short-range air-to-air missile
POWER PLANT Rocket motor
Thrust, kN -
DIMENSIONS  
Length, mm 2830
Diameter, mm 127
Wing span, mm 560
WEIGHT  
Weight, kg 78
Warhead weight, kg -
Warhead type High-Explosive
GUIDANCE SYSTEM Infrared homing
PERFORMANCE  
Speed, (Mach) 2,5
Range, km 18

 


PHOTOS AIM-9J