AIM-9X Block II Sidewinder missiles

Arctic Stakes: Norway Equips F-35A Jets with Advanced AIM-9X Missiles to Bolster Arctic Defense Capabilities

In the icy hangars of Ørland Air Base, nestled along Norway’s wind-lashed coastline, ground crews work through sub-zero temperatures to prepare their F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters for daily sorties. The jets—sleek, deadly, and loaded with cutting-edge technology—represent the tip...