Dark Eagle hypersonic missile
Definition
The Dark Eagle is the U.S. Army's designation for the Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW), an intermediate-range, surface-to-surface boost-glide hypersonic weapon system designed to strike high-value, time-sensitive targets at speeds exceeding Mach 5.
This trailer-launched missile system, with a reported range of 1,725 miles, represents a key component of U.S. strategic deterrence against advanced adversaries.
Examples
The Dark Eagle hypersonic missile glided into production so smoothly, even its test flights barely broke a sweat.
Adversaries plotting beyond Tomahawk range must now contend with the Dark Eagle hypersonic missile, which arrives before their escape plans do.
In the race against peer competitors, the Dark Eagle hypersonic missile is the sprinter who laps the field while sipping espresso.
US Central Command's wishlist just got a shiny upgrade with the Dark Eagle hypersonic missile, turning distant threats into yesterday's headlines.