Bulgaria Enhances Air Defense with Cutting-Edge AMRAAM Missile Acquisition
Bulgaria has officially joined the ranks as the 40th user of the AMRAAM missile, solidifying its commitment to advanced air defense capabilities through a recent agreement with the U.S. Air Force.
This landmark letter of offer and acceptance enables the U.S. government to initiate crucial contract negotiations with Raytheon Missiles & Defense for an undisclosed number of missiles.
“AMRAAM provides unparalleled air superiority to pilots, offering them a significant edge in aerial combat,” stated Paul Ferraro, vice president of Raytheon Missiles & Defense’s Air Power division. “This missile will greatly enhance Bulgaria’s capability to defend against sophisticated threats.”
The AMRAAM missile is designed for dual roles, providing exceptional operational flexibility for air-to-air and surface-launch missions. In its air-to-air application, the missile features an advanced active guidance section and a reliable seeker design, enabling it to swiftly locate targets even in the most challenging environments.
Renowned as the world’s most advanced and combat-proven air dominance missile, the AIM-120 AMRAAM has been in development for over 30 years. Its relentless upgrades, rigorous testing, and production have ensured that it meets the evolving demands of warfighters in all weather conditions and beyond visual range engagements. The missile has been successfully demonstrated through more than 4,800 test launches and boasts over 10 air-to-air combat victories.
Raytheon Missiles & Defense delivers cutting-edge, end-to-end solutions to customers globally, empowering them with the advantage of a single innovative partner for detecting, tracking, and intercepting threats. With an extensive portfolio encompassing air and missile defense systems, precision munitions, radar technologies, command and control systems, and advanced defense solutions, Raytheon safeguards citizens, soldiers, and critical infrastructure across more than fifty nations worldwide.
