Stand-In Attack Weapon

U.S. Air Force successfully tests Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW) for the first time

The U.S. Air Force has achieved a critical milestone in the development of its new Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW), conducting the missile’s first test release from an F-16 Fighting Falcon.

Northrop Grumman has delivered the Stand-In Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to the U.S. Air Force, marking a critical milestone in the weapon's development. The missile is designed to verify that launch aircraft can safely carry and separate the weapon, a key step towards its deployment.

Northrop Grumman delivers Stand-In Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to U.S. Air Force

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

Northrop Grumman has delivered the Stand-In Attack Weapon (SiAW) test missile to the U.S. Air Force, marking a critical milestone in the weapon’s development.

Northrop Grumman announced the U.S. Air Force has awarded the company an approximately USD 705 million contract to deliver the Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW), an air-to-ground weapon that accelerates the pivot to a new generation of air power, the American company said in a press release.

Northrop Grumman to develop and test Stand-in Attack Weapon (SiAW)

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

United States Air Force selects Northrop Grumman to develop and test advanced, high-speed, air-to-ground Stand-In Attack Weapon (SiAW).