The US Air Force has completed the first test of its new Stand-In Attack Weapon (SiAW), marking a critical milestone in the weapon’s development.
During the trial, a tactical air-to-ground missile was launched from an F-16 Fighting Falcon, with the primary objective being to confirm the missile’s safe separation from the aircraft.
The tested weapon was a prototype lacking a rocket motor or electronics, serving as a tool to evaluate the safety and precision of missile separation during flight.
Moreover, the SiAW is designed to address mobile threats, enhancing the Air Force’s strike capabilities against targets such as cruise missile launchers, anti-ship missile platforms, and electronic warfare systems.
