Boeing wins $75 million contract for jet-powered JDAMs
A recent development in military technology involves adding a turbojet engine to existing munitions. This upgrade is intended to increase the range of certain weapons. The US Air Force has awarded a contract to a major defense company for this purpose.
The contract is valued at $75 million and involves the production of units that can be fitted to standard bombs. These units will significantly extend the range of the bombs, making them more effective in certain situations. Further details about this development are available from the original source, including specifics about the contract and the technology involved.
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