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The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a missile exercise November 10, 2012 in the Pacific Ocean. Stock Photo

RMF67Y3J–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a missile exercise November 10, 2012 in the Pacific Ocean.

Launch of Standard Missile Three Stock Photo

RMD0P24W–Launch of Standard Missile Three

US Navy guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt launches a Standard Missile 2 during an exercise August 4, 2013 in the Atlantic Ocean. Stock Photo

RMDBX8K0–US Navy guided-missile destroyer USS Roosevelt launches a Standard Missile 2 during an exercise August 4, 2013 in the Atlantic Ocean.

The guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a Standard Missile. Stock Photo

RFD9GPE6–The guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a Standard Missile.

The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a missile exercise November 10, 2012 in the Pacific Ocean. Stock Photo

RMF67K0K–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a missile exercise November 10, 2012 in the Pacific Ocean.

The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald launches a Standard Missile-3. Stock Photo

RFD9GT9M–The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald launches a Standard Missile-3.

The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a live fire missile exercise March 15, 2016 in the Atlantic Ocean. Stock Photo

RMFR2M85–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a live fire missile exercise March 15, 2016 in the Atlantic Ocean.

A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie. Stock Photo

RFDT8BH5–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 25, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) launches a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) as apart of a joint ballistic missile defense exercise. Stock Photo

RM2AB7828–PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 25, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) launches a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) as apart of a joint ballistic missile defense exercise.

Guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) fires a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) during a joint ballistic missile defense exercise, Pacific Ocean, 2012. Image courtesy US Navy. Stock Photo

RMHPXG3G–Guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) fires a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) during a joint ballistic missile defense exercise, Pacific Ocean, 2012. Image courtesy US Navy.

A US Navy (USN) Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, USN ballistic missile flight test. Stock Photo

RMPGB3RN–A US Navy (USN) Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, USN ballistic missile flight test.

KAUAI, Hawaii (Aug. 29, 2017) A medium-range ballistic missile target is launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Kauai, Hawaii, during Flight Test Standard Missile-27, Event 2. The target was successfully intercepted by SM-6 missiles fired from the guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53). Stock Photo

RMPCH2KE–KAUAI, Hawaii (Aug. 29, 2017) A medium-range ballistic missile target is launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Kauai, Hawaii, during Flight Test Standard Missile-27, Event 2. The target was successfully intercepted by SM-6 missiles fired from the guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53).

A Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) Block IB interceptor is launched from the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test in the mid-Pacific. The SM-3 Block IB successfully intercepted a separating ballistic missile target that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. The Lake Erie's crew detected and tracked the target and its weapons system developed a fire control solution. The crew then launched the SM-3, with the intercept occurring a few minutes later. Stock Photo

RMCRMWNG–A Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) Block IB interceptor is launched from the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test in the mid-Pacific. The SM-3 Block IB successfully intercepted a separating ballistic missile target that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. The Lake Erie's crew detected and tracked the target and its weapons system developed a fire control solution. The crew then launched the SM-3, with the intercept occurring a few minutes later.

A Standard Missile roars off the forward launcher of the USS Thach (FFG 43) heading toward an incoming target drone during a missile test exercise in the South China Sea on Jan. 9, 1996. The Standard Missile used on the Oliver Hazard Perry Class Frigate is a SM-1 MR (medium range) surface-to-air or surface-to-surface missile that can be used against aircraft, ships and other missiles. Stock Photo

RMW8A0WD–A Standard Missile roars off the forward launcher of the USS Thach (FFG 43) heading toward an incoming target drone during a missile test exercise in the South China Sea on Jan. 9, 1996. The Standard Missile used on the Oliver Hazard Perry Class Frigate is a SM-1 MR (medium range) surface-to-air or surface-to-surface missile that can be used against aircraft, ships and other missiles.

190930-N-PI330-0035 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2019) The Arleigh-Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to maintain readiness, proficiency and lethality. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released) Stock Photo

RM2A29BHX–190930-N-PI330-0035 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2019) The Arleigh-Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to maintain readiness, proficiency and lethality. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released)

PHILIPPINE SEA (March 10, 2018) A Standard Missile (SM) 2 is launched from the aft missile deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) as part of a missile training exercise during Multisail 18. MultiSail is a bilateral training exercise improving interoperability between the U.S. and Japanese forces. This exercise benefits from realistic, shared training enhancing our ability to work together to confront any contingency. Stock Photo

RMPCH3TY–PHILIPPINE SEA (March 10, 2018) A Standard Missile (SM) 2 is launched from the aft missile deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) as part of a missile training exercise during Multisail 18. MultiSail is a bilateral training exercise improving interoperability between the U.S. and Japanese forces. This exercise benefits from realistic, shared training enhancing our ability to work together to confront any contingency.

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise. John S. McCain is assigned to Task Force 71/DESRON 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. Stock Photo

RM2GKDDY3–The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise. John S. McCain is assigned to Task Force 71/DESRON 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

HMAS Darwin (FFG 04) launching a RIM-66 Standard missile on 1 June 1986 (6417017). Stock Photo

RM2BGJFXD–HMAS Darwin (FFG 04) launching a RIM-66 Standard missile on 1 June 1986 (6417017).

PHILIPPINE SEA (March 24, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) launches a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) Block 3A from the Mark 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) during a live-fire exercise while underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Milius is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is underway supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific. CTF 71/DESRON 15 is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. Stock Photo

RM2M5M4X6–PHILIPPINE SEA (March 24, 2022) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) launches a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) Block 3A from the Mark 41 Vertical Launch System (VLS) during a live-fire exercise while underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. Milius is assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15 and is underway supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific. CTF 71/DESRON 15 is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

OCEAN (June 5, 2008) Two modified Standard Missile-2 (SM-2) Block IV interceptors are launched Thursday, June 5, 2008 from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test to intercept a short-range ballistic missile target. The missiles intercepted the target approximately 12 miles above the Pacific Ocean 100 miles west of Kauai, Hawaii on the Pacific Missile Range Facility. This was the second successful intercept in two attempts of the sea-based terminal capability and the fourteenth overall successful test of the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Program Stock Photo

RMP3B091–OCEAN (June 5, 2008) Two modified Standard Missile-2 (SM-2) Block IV interceptors are launched Thursday, June 5, 2008 from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test to intercept a short-range ballistic missile target. The missiles intercepted the target approximately 12 miles above the Pacific Ocean 100 miles west of Kauai, Hawaii on the Pacific Missile Range Facility. This was the second successful intercept in two attempts of the sea-based terminal capability and the fourteenth overall successful test of the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Program

The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. circa 1961. Stock Photo

RM2M9713H–The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. circa 1961.

A Standard Missile (SM 2) is fired from a launcher during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) in the Atlantic Ocean on March 21, 2012. The Farragut is participating in a group sail with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group and six other ships. Stock Photo

RMW8A0WK–A Standard Missile (SM 2) is fired from a launcher during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) in the Atlantic Ocean on March 21, 2012. The Farragut is participating in a group sail with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group and six other ships.

RM2M9716A–The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. circa 1961.

A Standard Missile 3 is launched from the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a joint Missile Defense Agency and U.S. Navy ballistic missile flight test in the Pacific Ocean on Apr. 25, 2007. Approximately three minutes later the missile intercepted a ballistic missile threat target launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. ) Stock Photo

RMW89TXH–A Standard Missile 3 is launched from the Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a joint Missile Defense Agency and U.S. Navy ballistic missile flight test in the Pacific Ocean on Apr. 25, 2007. Approximately three minutes later the missile intercepted a ballistic missile threat target launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. )

Heinkel He 111H -the Luftwaffe standard bomber at the time of the Battle of Britain, some later found a useful role as test aircraft-seen here carrying a Henschel Hs 293 missile. Stock Photo

RM2M97FEA–Heinkel He 111H -the Luftwaffe standard bomber at the time of the Battle of Britain, some later found a useful role as test aircraft-seen here carrying a Henschel Hs 293 missile.

RMFR2M7E–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a live fire missile exercise March 15, 2016 in the Atlantic Ocean.

RFDT8BH8–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

KEKAHA, Hawaii (Feb. 12, 2013) A unitary medium-range ballistic missile target launches from the Pacific missile range facility and flies northwest towards a broad ocean area of the Pacific Ocean. The guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70), equipped with the second-generation Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense weapon system, used a launch-on-remote doctrine to engage the target with a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) block IA guided missile. Stock Photo

RMPCH3WM–KEKAHA, Hawaii (Feb. 12, 2013) A unitary medium-range ballistic missile target launches from the Pacific missile range facility and flies northwest towards a broad ocean area of the Pacific Ocean. The guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG-70), equipped with the second-generation Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense weapon system, used a launch-on-remote doctrine to engage the target with a Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) block IA guided missile.

RFDT8B4E–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

RMPGB3RG–A US Navy (USN) Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, USN ballistic missile flight test.

WEAPONS STATION SEAL BEACH, Calif. (May 25, 2012) David Audet, a test set operator at Navy Munitions Command CONUS West Division, Unit Seal Beach, shows the inside of an anechoic chamber to Andrea Terry, from Naval Sea Systems Command, at the Standard Missile Shop at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach. The missile shop visit is part of a familiarization tour for members of the International Standard Missile Users Group. The Standard is the Navy's primary area air defense missile and is also used by many allied navies around the world. Stock Photo

RMPCH3WR–WEAPONS STATION SEAL BEACH, Calif. (May 25, 2012) David Audet, a test set operator at Navy Munitions Command CONUS West Division, Unit Seal Beach, shows the inside of an anechoic chamber to Andrea Terry, from Naval Sea Systems Command, at the Standard Missile Shop at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach. The missile shop visit is part of a familiarization tour for members of the International Standard Missile Users Group. The Standard is the Navy's primary area air defense missile and is also used by many allied navies around the world.

RMCRMWN4–A Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) Block IB interceptor is launched from the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test in the mid-Pacific. The SM-3 Block IB successfully intercepted a separating ballistic missile target that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. The Lake Erie's crew detected and tracked the target and its weapons system developed a fire control solution. The crew then launched the SM-3, with the intercept occurring a few minutes later.

The USS Lake Erie (CG 70) launches a Standard Missile-3 at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The objective was to rupture the satellite's fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it entered into earth's atmosphere. The USS Lake Erie is an Aegis guided missile cruiser. USS Decatur (DDG 73) and USS Russell (DDG 59) were also part of the task force. Stock Photo

RMW89WE1–The USS Lake Erie (CG 70) launches a Standard Missile-3 at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The objective was to rupture the satellite's fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it entered into earth's atmosphere. The USS Lake Erie is an Aegis guided missile cruiser. USS Decatur (DDG 73) and USS Russell (DDG 59) were also part of the task force.

190930-N-PI330-0028 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2019) The Arleigh-Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to maintain readiness, proficiency and lethality. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released) Stock Photo

RM2A29BHH–190930-N-PI330-0028 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2019) The Arleigh-Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to maintain readiness, proficiency and lethality. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released)

The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. It is seen here at the Larkhill range. May 1961. Stock Photo

RM2M9711K–The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. It is seen here at the Larkhill range. May 1961.

A target missile was launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Kauai, Hawaii during Flight Test Standard Missile-45. The USS JOHN FINN (DDG-113) detected and tracked the target missile with its onboard AN/SPY-1 radar using the Aegis Baseline 9.C2 weapon system. Upon acquiring and tracking the target, the ship launched an SM-3 Block IIA guided missile which intercepted the target. Stock Photo

RMPYE7P1–A target missile was launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Kauai, Hawaii during Flight Test Standard Missile-45. The USS JOHN FINN (DDG-113) detected and tracked the target missile with its onboard AN/SPY-1 radar using the Aegis Baseline 9.C2 weapon system. Upon acquiring and tracking the target, the ship launched an SM-3 Block IIA guided missile which intercepted the target.

RM2GKDE1B–The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise. John S. McCain is assigned to Task Force 71/DESRON 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

A Standard Missile C 3 (SM-3) leaves the guided missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) enroute to intercept a short range ballistic missile target, launched minutes earlier from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii on February 24, 2005. The intercept, which occurred some 100 miles from the island of Kauai, was the latest Missile Defense Agency test of its sea-based midcourse program. The program, in cooperation with the U.S. Navy, has had five intercepts in the last six attempts. (UPI Photo/US Navy) Stock Photo

RMW0M6H1–A Standard Missile C 3 (SM-3) leaves the guided missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) enroute to intercept a short range ballistic missile target, launched minutes earlier from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii on February 24, 2005. The intercept, which occurred some 100 miles from the island of Kauai, was the latest Missile Defense Agency test of its sea-based midcourse program. The program, in cooperation with the U.S. Navy, has had five intercepts in the last six attempts. (UPI Photo/US Navy)

220302-N-EH998-1428 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 2, 2022) The guided-missile destroyer, USS Farragut (DDG 99), launches a standard missile 2 as part of a live-fire with a purpose while underway for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Farragut is part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26 which supports Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) and is designed to increase warfighting proficiency, lethality and interoperability of participating units. Stock Photo

RM2M5D0MF–220302-N-EH998-1428 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 2, 2022) The guided-missile destroyer, USS Farragut (DDG 99), launches a standard missile 2 as part of a live-fire with a purpose while underway for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Farragut is part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 26 which supports Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) and is designed to increase warfighting proficiency, lethality and interoperability of participating units.

A ballistic threat target missile is launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii, on November 1, 2008 en route to an intercept over an open ocean area northwest of Kauai as part of Pacific Blitz 08. The target was successfully intercepted by a Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) launched from the Pearl Harbor-based guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). (UPI Photo/US Navy) Stock Photo

RMW0MD93–A ballistic threat target missile is launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii, on November 1, 2008 en route to an intercept over an open ocean area northwest of Kauai as part of Pacific Blitz 08. The target was successfully intercepted by a Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) launched from the Pearl Harbor-based guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60). (UPI Photo/US Navy)

A RIM -66 Standard missile on a Mark 13 Mod 4 launched aboard the guided misile frigate USS FLATLEY (FFG-21). Country: Unknown Stock Photo

RM2M82MP0–A RIM -66 Standard missile on a Mark 13 Mod 4 launched aboard the guided misile frigate USS FLATLEY (FFG-21). Country: Unknown

A modified tactical Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) launches from the U.S. Navy cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) in the Pacific Ocean on February 20, 2008. The missile successfully impacted a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite approximately 247 kilometers (133 nautical miles) over the Pacific Ocean, as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph. The satellite contained toxic chemicals. (UPI Photo/Navy) Stock Photo

RMW0MBWM–A modified tactical Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) launches from the U.S. Navy cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) in the Pacific Ocean on February 20, 2008. The missile successfully impacted a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite approximately 247 kilometers (133 nautical miles) over the Pacific Ocean, as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph. The satellite contained toxic chemicals. (UPI Photo/Navy)

Crew members take a break under the twin SPG-55B fire control radar systems aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MAHAN (DDG-42). The ship's Mark 10 Mod O Terrier/Standard missile lauancher is in the foreground. Country: Unknown Stock Photo

RM2M80PY1–Crew members take a break under the twin SPG-55B fire control radar systems aboard the guided missile destroyer USS MAHAN (DDG-42). The ship's Mark 10 Mod O Terrier/Standard missile lauancher is in the foreground. Country: Unknown

Feb. 02, 1958 - Javelin With Firestreaks: Standard equipment of the Gloster Javelin, delta-wing, jet, ''guided missile platform'' of the Royal Air Force is the de Havilland Firestreak, guided missile which ''homes'' on its target by an infra-red system.One of the world's most powerful fighters, the Javelin can operate at over 50,000 feet at speeds of over 600 m.p.h. Photo shows Javelin with four Firestreaks at the ready beneath its wings. Stock Photo

RME0R52Y–Feb. 02, 1958 - Javelin With Firestreaks: Standard equipment of the Gloster Javelin, delta-wing, jet, ''guided missile platform'' of the Royal Air Force is the de Havilland Firestreak, guided missile which ''homes'' on its target by an infra-red system.One of the world's most powerful fighters, the Javelin can operate at over 50,000 feet at speeds of over 600 m.p.h. Photo shows Javelin with four Firestreaks at the ready beneath its wings.

RMFR2M7J–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto launches a Standard Missile 2 from the forward deck during a live fire missile exercise March 15, 2016 in the Atlantic Ocean.

An RIM-66C Standard missile is fired from the forward Mark 26 Mod 1 launcher aboard the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47). The missile is being fired at a target drone on the Atlantic Fleet Weapons Training Facility, Puerto Rico. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Stock Photo

RM2M80RR7–An RIM-66C Standard missile is fired from the forward Mark 26 Mod 1 launcher aboard the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47). The missile is being fired at a target drone on the Atlantic Fleet Weapons Training Facility, Puerto Rico. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones fires a Standard Missile-3 Block IIA during a ballistic missile intercepter test off the coast of Hawaii February 3, 2017 in the Pacific Ocean. Stock Photo

RMJCR2KR–The U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones fires a Standard Missile-3 Block IIA during a ballistic missile intercepter test off the coast of Hawaii February 3, 2017 in the Pacific Ocean.

RFDT8B4F–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

A US Navy Standard Missile 3 interceptor is launched from guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. Stock Photo

RMD83WWH–A US Navy Standard Missile 3 interceptor is launched from guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii.

RM2C6MWJ1–A US Navy (USN) Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, USN ballistic missile flight test.

Atlantic Ocean, United States. 26 February, 2022. The U.S. Navy Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black launches a standard missile 2 during a Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training live-fire exercise, February 26, 2022 in the Atlantic Ocean. Credit: MC3 Bryan Valek/Planetpix/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2J14DB8–Atlantic Ocean, United States. 26 February, 2022. The U.S. Navy Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black launches a standard missile 2 during a Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training live-fire exercise, February 26, 2022 in the Atlantic Ocean. Credit: MC3 Bryan Valek/Planetpix/Alamy Live News

RMCRMWNR–A Standard Missile - 3 (SM-3) Block IB interceptor is launched from the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency test in the mid-Pacific. The SM-3 Block IB successfully intercepted a separating ballistic missile target that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. The Lake Erie's crew detected and tracked the target and its weapons system developed a fire control solution. The crew then launched the SM-3, with the intercept occurring a few minutes later.

USS Paul Hamilton launches a Standard Missile during a missile exercise July 13, 2012 around the Hawaiian Islands. Stock Photo

RMCWNGNY–USS Paul Hamilton launches a Standard Missile during a missile exercise July 13, 2012 around the Hawaiian Islands.

RMW89WEG–The USS Lake Erie (CG 70) launches a Standard Missile-3 at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The objective was to rupture the satellite's fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it entered into earth's atmosphere. The USS Lake Erie is an Aegis guided missile cruiser. USS Decatur (DDG 73) and USS Russell (DDG 59) were also part of the task force.

US Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur fires a Standard Missile 2 during a exercise March 23, 2014 near Guam. Stock Photo

RMDXFBGF–US Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur fires a Standard Missile 2 during a exercise March 23, 2014 near Guam.

RMPYE7P5–A target missile was launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Kauai, Hawaii during Flight Test Standard Missile-45. The USS JOHN FINN (DDG-113) detected and tracked the target missile with its onboard AN/SPY-1 radar using the Aegis Baseline 9.C2 weapon system. Upon acquiring and tracking the target, the ship launched an SM-3 Block IIA guided missile which intercepted the target.

RMDXFBGC–US Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur fires a Standard Missile 2 during a exercise March 23, 2014 near Guam.

180824-N-OW019-1029 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) fires two Standard Missile (SM) 2 missile during a live-fire evolution. Decatur is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Logan C. Kellums/Released) Stock Photo

RMPGWD4E–180824-N-OW019-1029 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) fires two Standard Missile (SM) 2 missile during a live-fire evolution. Decatur is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Logan C. Kellums/Released)

The US Navy guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a A Standard Missile-3 Block 1B interceptor during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Barking Sands in Kauai, Hawaii. Stock Photo

RMD84EXG–The US Navy guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a A Standard Missile-3 Block 1B interceptor during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Barking Sands in Kauai, Hawaii.

201002-N-N2432-1001 ATLANTIC OCEAN (October 2, 2020) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile Cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 from the forward deck during a Live Fire With a Purpose exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Madison Gilman / Released) Stock Photo

RM2D2PHTE–201002-N-N2432-1001 ATLANTIC OCEAN (October 2, 2020) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile Cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 from the forward deck during a Live Fire With a Purpose exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Madison Gilman / Released)

A RIM-67 Standard Missile-2 launches from the guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) during torpedo evasion maneuv Stock Photo

RME1CE08–A RIM-67 Standard Missile-2 launches from the guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) during torpedo evasion maneuv

180528-N-N0701-0010 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 28, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) launched a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) in the Virginia Capes operating area as part of an exercise to test the ship's ability to defend against a close-in aerial attack. The Sullivans deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in support of NATO Allies, European, and Africa partner nations, coalition partners, and U.S. national security interest in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo/Released) Stock Photo

RMMW6MR4–180528-N-N0701-0010 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 28, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS The Sullivans (DDG 68) launched a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) in the Virginia Capes operating area as part of an exercise to test the ship's ability to defend against a close-in aerial attack. The Sullivans deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in support of NATO Allies, European, and Africa partner nations, coalition partners, and U.S. national security interest in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) fires a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) during a missile firi Stock Photo

RME0K51A–Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) fires a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) during a missile firi

180916-N-ZL062-0007 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) fires a standard missile 2 in front of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) in support of Valiant Shield. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cybersp Stock Photo

RMPM1MAD–180916-N-ZL062-0007 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) fires a standard missile 2 in front of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) in support of Valiant Shield. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cybersp

RM2GKDE1D–The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise. John S. McCain is assigned to Task Force 71/DESRON 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

RM2M9713F–The English Electric Blue Water surface-to-surface missile is carried on, and launched from, a standard three-ton Bedford 4 x 4 truck. It is seen here at the Fighting Vehicles Research and Development Establishment, Chobham, Surrey. In the background is a Mark V tank from WW1. October 1961.

RFDT8B4K–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

The guided missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) fires a standard missile from the forward missile deck during Rim of the Pacif Stock Photo

RME1HEDC–The guided missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) fires a standard missile from the forward missile deck during Rim of the Pacif

Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai launches a Standard Missile 3. Stock Photo

RFD9EF63–Japan Maritime Self Defense Force destroyer JDS Chokai launches a Standard Missile 3.

RM2C6MWJ5–A US Navy (USN) Standard Missile Three (SM-3) is launched from the vertical launch system (VLS) aboard the Pearl Harbor based Ticonderoga Class Guided Missile Cruiser USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), during a joint Missile Defense Agency, USN ballistic missile flight test.

Guided missile destroyer USS Hopper launches a RIM-161 Standard Missile Stock Photo

RFD9EK00–Guided missile destroyer USS Hopper launches a RIM-161 Standard Missile

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 20, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires two Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) missiles from the ship’s aft missile deck during a missile exercise. Stock Photo

RM2AB7AXW–PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 20, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) fires two Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) missiles from the ship’s aft missile deck during a missile exercise.

A standard missile - 2 (SM-2) is launched from the Pearl Harbor-based Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie Stock Photo

RFAD3WG9–A standard missile - 2 (SM-2) is launched from the Pearl Harbor-based Aegis cruiser USS Lake Erie

RMW89WDP–The USS Lake Erie (CG 70) launches a Standard Missile-3 at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The objective was to rupture the satellite's fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it entered into earth's atmosphere. The USS Lake Erie is an Aegis guided missile cruiser. USS Decatur (DDG 73) and USS Russell (DDG 59) were also part of the task force.

RFDT8B4H–A Standard Missile-3 is launched from USS Lake Erie.

The guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) fires a RIM-66 Standard missile March 23, 2014, during a missile firing Stock Photo

RME1MEDC–The guided missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) fires a RIM-66 Standard missile March 23, 2014, during a missile firing

A Standard Missile-3 Block IIA is fired aboard guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones. Stock Photo

RF2WD1A67–A Standard Missile-3 Block IIA is fired aboard guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones.

RMD84EXP–The US Navy guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a A Standard Missile-3 Block 1B interceptor during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Barking Sands in Kauai, Hawaii.

130213-O-ZZ999-207.PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) A Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block 1A interceptor is launched from the guided-m Stock Photo

RME1HY2J–130213-O-ZZ999-207.PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) A Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block 1A interceptor is launched from the guided-m

RMW0MBWG–A modified tactical Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) launches from the U.S. Navy cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) in the Pacific Ocean on February 20, 2008. The missile successfully impacted a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite approximately 247 kilometers (133 nautical miles) over the Pacific Ocean, as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph. The satellite contained toxic chemicals. (UPI Photo/Navy)

RM2M80RR2–An RIM-66C Standard missile is fired from the forward Mark 26 Mod 1 launcher aboard the guided missile cruiser USS TICONDEROGA (CG-47). The missile is being fired at a target drone on the Atlantic Fleet Weapons Training Facility, Puerto Rico. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Philippine Sea. 28th Aug, 2022. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a live-fire missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 22 while operating in the Philippine Sea, August. 28. PV22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces. Credit: U.S. Navy/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2JX8YMK–Philippine Sea. 28th Aug, 2022. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a live-fire missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 22 while operating in the Philippine Sea, August. 28. PV22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces. Credit: U.S. Navy/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

180916-N-ZL062-0065 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2018) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) fires a standard missile 2 in support of Valiant Shield. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communicati Stock Photo

RMPM1MAC–180916-N-ZL062-0065 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2018) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) fires a standard missile 2 in support of Valiant Shield. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communicati

RM2GKDE0W–The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) launches a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise. John S. McCain is assigned to Task Force 71/DESRON 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force.

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) fires a standard missile 3 Stock Photo

RFKE0A75–The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) fires a standard missile 3

PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 28, 2022) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) launches an SM-2 Standard Missile during a missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 22 while operating in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 28. PV 22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces. Stock Photo

RM2MJET9Y–PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 28, 2022) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) launches an SM-2 Standard Missile during a missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 22 while operating in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 28. PV 22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces.

191114-N-1053 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 14, 2019) – The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) launches a standard missile 2 during a live-fire exercise Nov. 14, 2019. Bunker Hill is underway conducting routine training in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shaun Griffin) Stock Photo

RM2A9HY2W–191114-N-1053 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 14, 2019) – The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) launches a standard missile 2 during a live-fire exercise Nov. 14, 2019. Bunker Hill is underway conducting routine training in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Shaun Griffin)

210320-N-VD554-1114 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 20, 2021) – A standard missile (SM) 2 fired from the The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) in flight during a live fire exercise. Benfold is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force. Stock Photo

RM2GKDECR–210320-N-VD554-1114 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 20, 2021) – A standard missile (SM) 2 fired from the The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) in flight during a live fire exercise. Benfold is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy's largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet's principal surface force.

190317-N-HI376-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 17, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) launched a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to increase the tactical proficiency, lethality, and interoperability of participating units in an Era of Great Power Competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Graham) Stock Photo

RMT06F6P–190317-N-HI376-1012 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 17, 2018) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) launched a Standard Missile (SM) 2 during a missile exercise (MSLEX). MSLEXs are designed to increase the tactical proficiency, lethality, and interoperability of participating units in an Era of Great Power Competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy Graham)

A petty officer mans the rail aboard the guided missile frigate USS UNDERWOOD (FFG-36) during the ship's commissioning ceremony. Behind him is the ship's Mark 13 missile launcher with a Standard missile. The ship was built by Bath Iron Works Corp. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA) Stock Photo

RM2M7YGCF–A petty officer mans the rail aboard the guided missile frigate USS UNDERWOOD (FFG-36) during the ship's commissioning ceremony. Behind him is the ship's Mark 13 missile launcher with a Standard missile. The ship was built by Bath Iron Works Corp. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 20, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) fires a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) missile from the ship’s forward and aft missile decks during a missile exercise. Cowpens is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan. Stock Photo

RM2AB7B0E–PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 20, 2012) The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) fires a Standard Missile 2 (SM-2) missile from the ship’s forward and aft missile decks during a missile exercise. Cowpens is forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan.

RM2JWFYXT–PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 28, 2022) – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) launches an SM-2 Standard Missile during a missile exercise as part of Pacific Vanguard (PV) 22 while operating in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 28. PV 22 is an exercise with a focus on interoperability and the advanced training and integration of allied maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Emilio Mackie)

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Andrew Jackson activates a modified tactical Standard Missile-3 from the Combat Information Center of the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) as the ship operates in the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The Aegis cruiser launched the missile at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean. The objective was to rupture the satellite’s fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it ente Stock Photo

RMW89WEB–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Andrew Jackson activates a modified tactical Standard Missile-3 from the Combat Information Center of the USS Lake Erie (CG 70) as the ship operates in the Pacific Ocean on Feb. 20, 2008. The Aegis cruiser launched the missile at a non-functioning National Reconnaissance Office satellite as it traveled in space at more than 17,000 mph over the Pacific Ocean. The objective was to rupture the satellite’s fuel tank to dissipate the approximately 1,000 pounds (453 kg) of hydrazine, a hazardous material which could pose a danger to people on earth, before it ente

Civilians receiving a tour of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG 39) stop on the ship's flight deck. The MacDonough is tied up at the Manhattan Passenger Terminal for Fleet Week. In the foreground at upper left is a RIM-67B Standard missile. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA) Stock Photo

RM2M8BFEE–Civilians receiving a tour of the guided missile destroyer USS MACDONOUGH (DDG 39) stop on the ship's flight deck. The MacDonough is tied up at the Manhattan Passenger Terminal for Fleet Week. In the foreground at upper left is a RIM-67B Standard missile. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

USS Winston S. Churchill fires a Standard Missile (SM) 2. (40385281895) Stock Photo

RM2T6G53Y–USS Winston S. Churchill fires a Standard Missile (SM) 2. (40385281895)

RF2WD1A6C–A Standard Missile-3 Block IIA is fired aboard guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones.

RMD84EXY–The US Navy guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie fires a A Standard Missile-3 Block 1B interceptor during a Missile Defense Agency and Navy test May 15, 2013 in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1B successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility at Barking Sands in Kauai, Hawaii.

atlantic ocean, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, SM-2 standard missile, U.S. navy photo, USS Gettysburg (CG 64) Stock Photo

RM2T5339K–atlantic ocean, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, SM-2 standard missile, U.S. navy photo, USS Gettysburg (CG 64)

An SM-2 Standard missile launches from the guided missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin during a live-fire exercise March 21, 2012 in the Atlantic Ocean. Stock Photo

RFCNHXED–An SM-2 Standard missile launches from the guided missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin during a live-fire exercise March 21, 2012 in the Atlantic Ocean.

110524HW977-073 NORCO, Calif. (May 24, 2011) Naval officers from Australia and Japan listen during the 2011 International Standard Missile Users Group conference. The conference was hosted by Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division and brought representatives of international navies together to increase cooperation and improve capabilities. (U.S. Navy Stock Photo

RM2T51RK3–110524HW977-073 NORCO, Calif. (May 24, 2011) Naval officers from Australia and Japan listen during the 2011 International Standard Missile Users Group conference. The conference was hosted by Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division and brought representatives of international navies together to increase cooperation and improve capabilities. (U.S. Navy

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