U.S. ARMY’s Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon Faced Delay Due to Canceled Critical Test

The U.S. Army’s Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon deployment faces a delay due to a canceled critical test, but they aim to achieve it by year-end.

The U.S. Army’s Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon deployment faces a delay due to a canceled critical test. (PHOTO: Wikipedia)

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Why Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon is Facing Delay

The U.S. Army is facing a delay in its plan to deploy the Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon by the end of the fiscal year. According to a published article in C4ISRNET, this delay is due to the cancellation of a critical test for the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (C-HGB). The canceled test was essential to ensure the weapon’s reliability and safety for combat use.

Despite the setback, the Army is still aiming to deliver the capability by the end of the calendar year.

Reports stated that the Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon is known for its incredible speed and maneuverability. The U.S. is in a race with China and Russia which are both actively developing and testing their hypersonic weapons. Nevertheless, the Army recently delivered the first hypersonic weapon capability to a unit in Washington state.

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The Progress in Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon, Cautious Production Prioritized

Since its inception in 2019, the Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon program has made swift progress, building infrastructure and equipment for the weapon. Lockheed Martin is the system integrator, while Dynetics, a Leidos company, is responsible for the hypersonic glide body. However, there is a cautious approach to production to avoid potential reworking of already-built hardware, with testing data considered crucial for moving forward.

In summary, the U.S. Army’s plan to field the Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon has encountered a delay due to a canceled critical test. Despite this setback, efforts are ongoing to ensure the weapon’s reliability and safety, as competition in the hypersonic arms race intensifies with China and Russia. The Army has made substantial progress in the project, and cautious production practices are being followed to prevent potential issues.

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