Mayhem
Mayhem
Cruise Missiles
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Basic Information
Name
Mayhem
Designation
Mayhem
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Cruise Missiles
Manufacturer
Leidos
Date of Introduction
2030
Description
The US Air Force (USAF) Mayhem is a hypersonic cruise missile developed from the Hypersonic Air-Breathing Weapon Concept (HAWC) demonstrator being carried out by DARPA and USAF. The Mayhem Mach 7 hypersonic strike weapon existence was revealed in October 2020. It is expected to feature downscaled performance compared with the AGM-183A long-range hypersonic cruise missile which can be released by the B-52H bomber. The Mayhem may be intended for release by the F-15EX fighter jet and other tactical aircraft.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Max Speed
8643.6 km/h
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Cruise Missiles
Status
Under Development
Origin
United States of America
Contractor
Leidos
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2030
Total Production
?
Development Cost
USD $334 million
Specifications (Deagel)
Speed — Top Speed
7 mach
Details
Country of Origin
United States
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004036
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
United States
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