AIM-9X completes guided launches from F-15, F-18

Raytheon's AIM-9X Sidewinder missile hit a remotely piloted QF-4 aircraft in its first guided launch from a U.S. Air Force F-15. The missile recently accomplished a similar performance from a U.S Navy F/A-18. The AF and Navy are developing the missile under a joint program. "This flight continues to...

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