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Laser Guided
Joint Direct Attack Munitions (LJDAM)
Boeing
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An enhanced version of the
JDAM, the Laser targeted Joint Direct
Attack Munition (LJDAM) has the flexibility to engage both fixed
and moving targets. Boeing plans to complete its development of
the 500-pound LJDAM in 2006. Initial production deliveries are
planned to begin as early as 2007.
The weapon was successfully tested June 30, 2006 against a moving
target. During the test at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., a U.S. Air
Force F-16 flying at 20,000 feet scored a direct hit on an Armored
Personnel Carrier (APC) moving at 25 mph. Using its onboard
targeting pod, the F-16 laser-designated the APC and released the
500-pound LJDAM approximately four miles from the target. The
Laser JDAM sensor used is a modular, field installable kit.
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