US Navy completes Raytheon laser-guided Maverick testing

The US Navy completed developmental and operational testing (DT/OT) of the newest variant of the Raytheon Company laser-guided Maverick missile. This brings US Sailors and Marines one step closer to conducting airborne precision engagements of rapidly moving targets in urban environments. Harry Schulte, vice president of Raytheon Missile Systems' Air Warfare Systems product line said: "With the completion of DT/OT, Raytheon can begin producing and delivering this highly accurate weapon to the US and coalition warfighter." The laser-guided Maverick missile is a direct-attack, air-to-ground precision munition used extensively by the US Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps in ongoing combat operations. The AGM-65E2/L has an enhanced laser seeker and new software that reduces the risk of collateral damage.