From 200 km to 500 km: How long-range missiles are rewriting the rules of air combat
Air-to-air missile ranges have dramatically expanded over the past decade. New systems now promise engagement distances of 400 to 500 kilometers. China's PL-17 and Russia's R-37M are examples of these advanced weapons. Europe's Meteor and India's Astra program also extend combat reach significantly. The United States is developing the AIM-424 Malice missile for even greater capabilities.
Where: India, Iran, China, United States, Russia
Exact coordinates
india: 20.590, 78.960
iran: 32.430, 53.690
china: 35.860, 104.200
united states: 37.090, -95.710
russia: 61.520, 105.320
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