Next-Gen Patriot Upgrade to Allow Interceptors to Fire After Missiles Pass Overhead

Next-Gen Patriot Upgrade to Allow Interceptors to Fire After Missiles Pass Overhead

The US Army is pursuing new Patriot interceptors and more vertical-launch options that would let Patriot batteries fire “over-the-shoulder”  at targets that have already passed overhead, according to The War Zone on December 15.  Lt. Col. Steven Moebes said the Army is starting a new interceptor program this year and that digital simulations indicate it could enable “over-the-shoulder” Patriot shots—firing at targets after they pass overhead—The…

New Patriot Interceptors To Allow For "Over-The-Shoulder" Shots At Passing Targets

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