Event Brief
Oct 5, 2026 at 8:11 PM ET
HACM missile begins flight testing over Australia
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
The first release of the U.S. Air Force’s Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM) took place over an Australian test range, marking the program’s move into flight testing after major delays. The United States and Australia are partners on the missile program.
WHO: U.S. Air Force
WHAT: The first HACM missile release took place during flight testing over an Australian range.
WHEN: Oct 5, 2026 at 7:26 PM ET
WHERE: Australia
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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