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Thursday, March 12, 2009

JDAM adds precision punch to Reaper

MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aircraft systemThe already lethal MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aircraft system will soon bring even more punch to the enemy in the form of the Joint Direct Attack Munition.

The results of the series of GBU-38 JDAM test drops at the China Lake test range in California are still being evaluated, but they mark a significant step in certifying the Reaper to carry the 500 pound version of the JDAM.

Considering the Reaper's perfect 9 hits out of 9 drops, the way ahead looks clear.

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