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July 5, 2023 96 mins

In this podcast episode, Scott "Roger" Chaffee and Brian "Sunshine" Sinclair provide a comprehensive overview of the AIM-9 missile, also known as the Sidewinder. They discuss the missile's history, development, and technical aspects, including its origins in Germany during World War II, integration into the US military, and the involvement of test pilots like Wally Schirra. They also cover its combat applications, seeker system, gyroscopic effect, improvements in the AIM-9X variant, and different modes of employment. Furthermore, they touch on topics like countermeasures, flares, and the missile's future.

 

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