U.S. long-range missile is ready

Plus: Making aviation history: When a SAAB J37 almost shot down an SR-71. Jan 03, 2023 [Blueprint]( [JAGM is now ready]( for full-rate production. The Joint-Air-to-Ground Missile from Lockheed Martin has completed operational testing and has been approved by the U.S. Army, so it can now be produced in higher quantities. It will replace the legacy Lockheed Martin-made HELLFIRE Romeo and HELLFIRE Longbow missiles. But before you watch that in action, take a look at this airborne close encounter. [This video]( shows the moment a SAAB J37 almost shot down an SR-71. Good morning. I’m Alice, an Editor at IE. This is The Blueprint. Let’s dive in. Last Sunday, Blueprint subscribers heard from the people behind the largest aircraft engine in the world. Don't miss out — [subscribe to IE+]( today to receive exclusive interviews, features, and much more. [Play]VIDEO OF THE DAY [Making aviation history: When a SAAB J37 almost shot down an SR-71.]( [Making aviation history: When a SAAB J37 almost shot down an SR-71.]( Behold, the speed of the Swedes. [Must Read]MUST READ [U.S. Army declares long-range missile is now ready for production.]( [U.S. Army declares long-range missile is now ready for production.]( Lockheed Martin’s Joint-Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is [ready for full-rate production]( and the U.S. Army has approved the decision. The JAGM system will now be able to be produced in higher quantities for customers, without restrictions. The operational testing of the JAGM on the U.S. Army’s AH-64E Apache and the Marine Corps’ AH-1Z Viper helicopters has also been completed. JAGM will now provide mission-focused offensive and defense capabilities and maintain a competitive edge against any potential adversaries. 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