The US Navy is advancing its Blackbeard hypersonic missile program through a contract with Castelion. Designed as a cost-effective alternative to traditional long-range missiles, it provides high-speed strike capability with enhanced survivability. Integrated with aircraft like the F/A-18 and F-35, it supports large-scale procurement under the MACE program. This approach reflects a shift toward affordable, high-volume precision weapons for future high-intensity conflicts.
