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Date posted: 10/20/2009*
Japan achieves second ballistic missile intercept using Raytheon Standard Missile-3
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force achieved its second ballistic missile intercept in space using a Raytheon-built Standard Missile-3. During the Oct. 28 test, the SM-3 Block IA missile engaged and destroyed a medium-range target ballistic missile more than 100 miles above the Pacific Ocean.
“Today’s hit-to-kill intercept is further proof that Japan can successfully deploy a sea-based ballistic missile defense system,” said Dr. Taylor W. Lawrence, Raytheon Missile Systems president. “The U.S. has a key ally that can defend itself against the growing threat of ballistic missiles.”
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