HARM

abbr.high-speed antiradiation missile; a high-technology, aircraft-launched guided missile that is directed against surface-to-air missile and early warning radar installations, and radar-directed air defense artillery systems. It is typically fired before locking onto threat radar and utilizes sophisticated on-board sensors to home in on the target.

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The AGM-88 HARM (high-speed antiradiation missile) is an air-to-surface anti-radiation missile designed to destroy radar-equipped air defense systems. The proportional guidance system hones in on enemy radar emissions. The F-16C can carry and launch the AGM-88, and is the only aircraft currently equipped with AGM-88.