The new AIM-9X Block II dogfight missile has achieved initial operational capability (IOC) on Mar. 31.

By Camera Operator: TSgt. Michael Ammons, USAF [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

This was revealed by Capt. James Stoneman, program manager of PMA-259, at the Navy League’s Sea-Air-Space exposition on Apr. 13.

Stoneman also revealed that at least 12 nations have indicated interest in the new model.

Source: Alert 5