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The United States Air Force is confronting a widening missile range disadvantage against China.
China's PL-15 missile now significantly outranges the US AIM-120D, shifting air combat dynamics.
KEY POINTS
- Dual-pulse propulsion in the PL-15 enables sustained thrust and maneuverability during terminal flight phases.
- A 2023 India-Pakistan aerial engagement provided real-world evidence of Chinese missile range and flexibility.
- The US is developing the AIM-260 JATM to surpass the PL-15's range and restore parity.
- Europe's Meteor missile uses ramjet propulsion to maintain high speed and energy over long distances.
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