The AIM-260 JATM represents the latest evolution in US air-to-air missile technology, created by Lockheed Martin for the US Air Force and US Navy. Designed to counter advanced threats, it extends engagement distances beyond the AIM-120, allowing fighters to strike earlier and from safer positions. Compatible with stealth platforms such as the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II, the missile integrates cutting-edge guidance, networking, and resistance to electronic attacks. Its development reflects a strategic shift toward long-range, network-enabled aerial warfare.
