Sky Sting Missile Latest News
As Prime Minister pays his second state visit to Israel, India is keen to take forward the talks on acquiring the Israeli-origin ‘Sky Sting’ beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) for the Indian Air Force (IAF).
About Sky Sting Missile
- It is a 6th-generation beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM).
- It is being developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., an Israeli defense technology company.
- Weighing between 180-200 kg, the missile is light enough to be carried by aircraft such as the Tejas Mk1A, while also being compatible with Su-30MKI fighters.
- It boasts a range of 250 km, with a three-pulse solid-fuel rocket motor enabling end-game speeds exceeding Mach 5.
- Its radio-frequency seeker, supported by AI-driven target discrimination and jam-resistant technology, allows precise early lock-on and robust electronic counter-countermeasures.
- A two-way data link ensures real-time communication between the pilot and the missile during engagements.
- Designed to provide air forces with a significant tactical edge by allowing pilots to neutralise threats from a safe distance, Sky Sting addresses modern challenges like stealth targets and electronic warfare.
Source: ZEE
Last updated on February, 2026
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