Raytheon and DARPA complete key design review for new hypersonic weapon

Raytheon Company and DARPA completed a successful baseline design review for the Tactical Boost Glide hypersonic weapons program, establishing the company's technical approach for a critical design review and moving the system a step closer to development and use.

Hypersonic weapons can travel at five times the speed of sound (Mach 5 and faster), covering vast distances in minutes (Picture source: Raytheon)