PACIFIC OCEAN (June 23, 2010) A Tomahawk missile begins its tip-over phase of flight after being launched from the guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104) (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Carmichael Yepez/Released) |
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The Block IV missile design was initiated as both a
cost savings and a capability improvement effort. The Block IV variant
is warrantied for 15 years. Following successful recertification, the
missile will be returned to service for another 15 years upon commencement
of re-certifications in 2019.
"Raytheon continues to work with the Navy to evaluate Tomahawk's technical and operational capabilities, while utilizing cost-efficient manufacturing processes," said Roy Donelson, Tomahawk program director with Raytheon Missile Systems. A major enhancement introduced with the Tomahawk Block IV missile includes a two-way satellite data-link that enables a strike controller to redirect the missile in-flight to preprogrammed alternate targets or more critical targets. Tomahawk is employed from both surface- and sub-surface platforms, and more than 2,000 have been expended in real-world operations. About Tomahawk Block IV |
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Raytheon delivers 3000th Tomahawk Block IV Cruise Missile to US Navy
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