The Maverick weapon system, a U.S. Air Force (USAF)-led joint service program, is a forward firing, precision-guided, close air support missile. Maverick is effective against a wide variety of fixed, stationary, moving and maneuvering land and sea targets.
“The Navy has an operational need for increasing its inventory of this lethal and combat proven weapon. Enhanced Laser Maverick enables warfighters to engage today's fast-moving, agile targets,” said Capt. Albert Mousseau Jr., U.S. Navy Program Manager, PMA-242.
The new Laser Maverick (AGM-65E2/L) includes these enhancements:
Proven compatibility with existing F/A-18, AV-8B, F-16 & A-10C operational flight program integration
“The enhanced Laser Maverick provides the U.S. warfighter with even greater capabilities that will meet today's and tomorrow's threats. This is the latest step for this impressive weapon as we continue to work to ensure that future requirements are met,” said Mike Jarrett, Raytheon Air Warfare Systems Vice President.
The enhanced Laser Maverick is a result of a comprehensive USAF and USN Developmental Testing/Operational Testing program that was completed in 2011.
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AGM-65E2 is the US Navy/Marine Corps designation for their new Laser Maverick missile. AGM-65L is the designation for the USAF's new Laser Maverick.
Photo: An F-16C Fighting Falcon fires an AGM-65 Maverick air-to-ground missile. (U.S. Air Force Photo)
