Army names new hypersonic weapon 'Dark Eagle'

Washington DC (UPI) Apr 25, 2025 The United States Army announced Thursday that it will call its new long-range hypersonic weapon "Dark Eagle." Dark Eagle is intended to be a quick-response, strategic-attack weapon and has a range of 1,725 miles, according to congressional documents. "The name pays tribute to the eagle, a master hunter known for its speed, stealth and agility - due to the LRHW's combination of

Apr 25, 2025 - 07:34
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Army names new hypersonic weapon 'Dark Eagle'
Washington DC (UPI) Apr 25, 2025
The United States Army announced Thursday that it will call its new long-range hypersonic weapon "Dark Eagle." Dark Eagle is intended to be a quick-response, strategic-attack weapon and has a range of 1,725 miles, according to congressional documents. "The name pays tribute to the eagle, a master hunter known for its speed, stealth and agility - due to the LRHW's combination of