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defense2 days ago•5 min saved

Japan Expands ASM-3ER to Air-to-Air Role, Targets 2030 Service

Japan’s 2027 budget request confirms mass production of the ASM-3ER long-range anti-ship missile and its new air-to-air capability via software updates, with production slated for FY2027 and operational entry around FY2030. Carried by the F-2, the missile could engage high-value airborne assets such as AWACS and refueling tankers at long range, enabled by an IRR propulsion system and satellite-linked target updates. While expanding Japan’s long-range strike options, the program remains costly and will compete for stocks with its primary anti-ship mission, alongside other upgrades like the Type 12 system.

via navalnews.com|

#air-to-air #anti-ship-missile #asm-3er

defense2 days ago•8 min saved

Japan’s ASM-3 Kai Hints at Air-to-Air Role in New Defense Budget

Japan’s FY2027 defense budget includes a line describing the ASM-3 Kai as an “air-to-surface/anti-air” missile, suggesting a possible air-to-air capability for the domestically developed supersonic anti-ship weapon. While full details remain undisclosed and officials have not confirmed a new variant, the budget underscores Tokyo’s push to expand standoff strike, air defense, and related systems, alongside mentions of AARGM-ER and other long-range missiles. The exact nature and testing of any air-to-air ASM-3 Kai remain unconfirmed, leaving room for interpretation about future capabilities.

via TWZ|

#air-to-air-capability #anti-ship-missile #asm-3-kai

defense4 months ago•6 min saved

Japan Fires Type 88 in Historic Balikatan Maritime Drill in the Philippines

During Balikatan 2026 in the Philippines, Japan fired two Type 88 anti-ship missiles from a 6×6 JGSDF launcher at a decommissioned BRP Quezon, sinking the target about six minutes later at roughly 75 km. The live-fire was part of a multinational drill involving about 17,000 troops and marked the first participation of Japanese combat troops on Philippine soil since WWII. USMC NMESIS was present (but did not fire), and an American HIMARS had previously engaged the target. The exercise underscored growing defense cooperation as Japan plans to replace the Type 88 with the Type 12; the Type 88 range is 180 km and carries a 225 kg warhead.

via navalnews.com|

#anti-ship-missile #balikatan-2026 #defense

asia-pacific4 months ago•4 min saved

Japan fires first overseas anti-ship missiles during Balikatan, sinks decommissioned Philippine vessel

During the Balikatan exercise off northwestern Luzon, Japan fired two Type-88 surface-to-ship missiles from Culili Point, sinking the decommissioned BRP Quezon (ex-USS Vigilance) about 50 miles offshore — the first time Tokyo has launched missiles outside its territory. The drill also involved Philippine frigates, a Canadian frigate, a U.S. P-8 Poseidon and an MQ-9 drone, signaling deeper regional security cooperation as tensions with China rise; Philippine President Marcos Jr. watched remotely alongside Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi and Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro. Officials say future Balikatan drills are likely to expand in size and scope to deter shared threats.

via Stars and Stripes|

#anti-ship-missile #asia-pacific #balikatan

military2 years ago•3 min saved

"Houthi Missile Narrowly Misses USS Gravely"

A Houthi anti-ship missile came within a nautical mile of the Navy destroyer Gravely, prompting the use of its Phalanx Close-In Weapons System to intercept the missile. The incident raises questions about the sophistication of Houthi attacks and the effectiveness of the Navy's defensive systems. The ongoing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden have led to concerns about the sustainability of such operations for Navy destroyers.

via NavyTimes.com|

#anti-ship-missile #defense-system #houthi-rebels