Warship Destroyed: Navy F/A-18F Fighter Fired a 'Stealth Munition'
Published on August 10, 2024
Summary and Key Points: During the recent Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 exercise, U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornets successfully demonstrated the sinking of the decommissioned USS Tarawa (LHD-1), what many would consider a mini-aircraft carrier, using the AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM).
-This exercise, known as SINKEX, involved real ammunition to target and sink the warship, offering valuable data on weapon effectiveness.
-The event underscored the capabilities of the Super Hornet and LRASM, while providing multi-national forces with practical experience in live-fire training. The exercise also highlighted the Navy's commitment to keeping the Indo-Pacific region secure through advanced tactical training.