Event Brief
Navy discloses AIM-424 “Malice” very long-range missile
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 23, 2026 at 12:10 AM ET
Summary: The U.S. Navy disclosed an all-new very long-range air-to-air missile, the AIM-424 “Malice,” intended for the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, F-35C and the upcoming F/A-XX. Navy images show the missile loaded on a VX-23 Super Hornet and installed in an F-35C weapons bay, with the weapon described as a two-stage design in deep testing.
WHO: U.S. Navy
WHAT: Disclosed the AIM-424 “Malice” very long-range air-to-air missile and released images showing it on a Super Hornet and in an F-35C weapons bay.
WHEN: Aug 22, 2026 at 11:11 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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