Indian Rafale M to be equipped with Exocet AM39 anti-ship missiles
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The Exocet AM39 anti-ship missiles will be installed on the Indian Air Force's Rafale M aircraft, a carrier-based derivative of the Rafale fighter jet. The Exocet AM39 is an airborne variant of the Exocet anti-ship missile family. It is intended to be launched from attack aircraft, enhancing marine operations capabilities.
The Exocet AM39 missile has a range of up to 70 kilometres & Speeds of Mach 0.93, which varies depending on the aircraft's altitude and speed. This range allows the aircraft to engage objectives while remaining safe from opposing air defences. The great range of the missile allows the Rafale M to attack and neutralise enemy naval boats without placing the aircraft in immediate danger.
One of the Exocet AM39's primary benefits is its ability to launch from a low altitude, even when the target ship's radar is active. This manoeuvre, known as sea-skimming, is flying at an extremely low altitude over the water in order to evade detection and maximise the likelihood of a successful hit. The aircraft can surprise the opponent and boost the likelihood of striking the desired target by firing the missile under radar coverage.
The addition of Exocet AM39 anti-ship missiles to the Rafale M increases the aircraft's mobility and offensive capabilities. It provides a powerful anti-ship capability to the Indian Navy's carrier-based operations.
The Exocet AM39 is a tried-and-true anti-ship missile employed by numerous navies across the world. Its effective integration with the Rafale M would boost India's naval might and capacity to defend its maritime interests.