supersonic
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A Pakistan air force official at the news conference said the object was being analysed forensically and initial studies suggested it was a surface-to-surface supersonic missile, but was unarmed.
From Reuters
“In addition to an extensive arsenal of advanced ballistic missiles, the PLA Rocket Force is pursuing land-attack, supersonic cruise missiles and other advanced weapons,” he said.
From Washington Times
Separately Monday, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno also proposed stepping up Japan’s missile defense capability, noting China’s reported test of a supersonic missile in August.
From Seattle Times
One of them flew so low you could see the vapor cone around it as it approached supersonic speeds.
From Los Angeles Times
South Korea unveiled other new missiles, including a supersonic cruise missile to be deployed soon.
From Reuters
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