US Debuts Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile from B-2 Bomber in Historic First
The US’ B-2 stealth bombers. File photo
The US Air Force has for the first time launched a Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) from a B-2 strategic bomber during a recent exercise.»US #Airmen and #Sailors executed a live-fire sinking exercise, showcasing a B-2 Spirit successfully employing the AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile, reinforcing the U.S. military’s commitment to safeguarding national interests and maintaining global security,» the US Pacific Air Forces announced in a statement on social media. Notably, the bomber used an LRASM anti-ship missile in the test.The LRASM is a long-range, stealthy anti-ship cruise missile designed to engage enemy vessels from a safe distance. The US Air Force has previously not reported the ability to launch this missile from a B-2 bomber.
