DARPA looking to develop ‘foundation’ of next-generation hypersonic missile work

DARPA is developing a hypersonic cruise missile to address Pentagon concerns that American missiles remain vulnerable to enemy air defenses. The Next Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missile effort aims to establish a foundation for future work. Beyond vehicle designs, the project focuses on integrating emerging capabilities and innovative test-and-evaluation technologies. This initiative ensures that next-generation hypersonic systems can effectively evade sophisticated defense networks while advancing the overall technical framework for future missile development programs.