UK Successfully Tests Spear Mini Cruise Missile for F-35 Fighters

The missile, designed for precision strikes, marks a critical milestone in enhancing the UK's defense capabilities.

The Spear missile was successfully test-fired from a Typhoon jet in Sweden, marking its first guided firing trial against a target.
Developed by MBDA Systems, the Spear missile is set to enhance the Royal Navy's anti-ship capabilities with a range of over 100 km.
The missile will be deployed on F-35B jets, but full integration is expected by 2028, pending necessary software upgrades.
Spear's design includes GPS and inertial guidance systems, allowing for autonomous navigation and precision targeting in all weather conditions.
The Spear program supports hundreds of UK jobs and is part of the broader SPEAR defense initiative, which includes multiple weapons systems upgrades.