In the US, they plan to install Western Air-Air Classes on the Armed Forces-the media
It is reported that the Medium-20 Medium-120 Medium Range, which is designed to run from Western fighters such as F-16. It is expected that if the work is successful, it will be the first time when the United States will give Ukrainian aviation launching the air-air-air rockets. Such assistance may be part of the problem of Ukraine in the lack of aviation. Yes, Kiev asks the United States and other Western countries modern fighters to use them to protect against Russian aggression.
Journalists recalled that the United States had already provided Ukraine with Air-Earth classes AGM-88B. They were able to adapt to aircraft and use against Russian radars and air defense systems. The Pentagon has already provided Ukraine to create a "smart bomb" JDAM, which is also running from aircraft. The material states that the process of integration of AIM-120 missiles with aircraft could be associated with some difficulties.
Yes, the rocket should not only be physically installed on the aircraft, but also interact with its radar. Before launching, the radar of the aircraft must point the rocket to the target and direct it until it is close enough. The main problem is that American and Soviet systems are so different that the rocket and aircraft cannot "communicate" with each other. According to sources, these problems are now solved by American specialists. Air-air-air rocket.
Designed to damage air goals outside the direct visibility. In addition to the US, it is in service with the UK Air Force, Germany and other NATO member states. ISW analysts have stated that the Russian troops lacked the strength to attack Bakhmut and the breakthrough of the Armed Forces positions. Experts suggest that the Ukrainian military significantly strengthened the position west of Bakhmut, so the full environment of the city is unlikely.