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Harrier GR9 Aircraft To Carry Paveway IV Munition

December 11 2008

United Kingdom

The British air force and navy have accepted into service the Paveway IV precision-guided bomb, reports the U.K. Ministry of Defense.

The weapon will equip Harrier GR9, Tornado GR4, Eurofighter Typhoon and eventually Joint Strike Fighter aircraft.

The Paveway IV provides day-and-night precision attack capabilities and can utilize global positioning system (GPS), satellite or laser guidance.

The munition is also fitted with a proximity sensor, which enables pilots to program...

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