The US Air Force and US Navy are advancing air combat capabilities with the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), developed by Lockheed Martin. This next-generation beyond-visual-range missile is designed to surpass the AIM-120 AMRAAM by offering greater range and improved performance in contested environments. Built to fit inside stealth fighters like the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II, it maintains low observability while delivering high-impact engagement. Its advanced seeker, datalink, and anti-jamming features enable reliable targeting even in electronic warfare conditions, ensuring air dominance against peer threats.
