Experts: China’s Air-Launched Hypersonic Glide Vehicle Poses New Threat to U.S. Aircraft China has developed and likely tested a new air-to-air hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV) capable of striking support aircraft from beyond visual range, according to defense analysts. The weapon significantly extends the reach of Chinese air power, allowing it to target command, refueling, and electronic warfare planes near U.S. bases. The development comes as the U.S. faces missile inventory shortages following operations in the Middle East. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has added air-to-air capability to existing hypersonic cruise missiles and fitted others with anti-ship warheads, according to a…

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