U.S. Army’s Dark Eagle system advances toward deployment

U.S. Army’s Dark Eagle system advances toward deployment

The LRHW is a ground-launched missile system equipped with a hypersonic glide body and associated support equipment. It has a reported range of approximately 1,725 miles and is intended to expand the Army’s ability to conduct deep strikes against high-value targets. According to the Director of Operational Test and Evaluation, “Army commanders will use the LRHW (Dark Eagle) to engage adversary high-payoff and time-sensitive targets.” The report …