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India.com
10-07-2025
- India.com
Bad news for Pakistan, China as India to get this lethal missile, its deadlier than BrahMos, speed is..., the name is....
Air LORA is a more advanced supersonic missile than India's BrahMos. (File) LORA missile: India's BrahMos missile showcased its devastating power during Operation Sindoor in the recent India-Pakistan war, decimating Pakistani military infrastructure, including key airbases, and now there is more bad news for New Delhi's enemies like China and Pakistan as the Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly mulling to acquire the Israeli-made Air-Launched Long-Range Artillery (LORA) missile. How powerful is the LORA missile? The Air-launched version of the LORA missile which the IAF is considering, is a quasi-ballistic supersonic missile that follows a lower trajectory compared to traditional ballistic missiles, making it difficult for air defenses to intercept. The Air LORA is a fire-and-forget, enabling the pilot to disengage immediately after launch as the missile is capable of mid-course correction, allowing mid-flight. The LORA missile uses GPS as well as Inertial Navigation System (INS) for navigation, and also features anti-jamming technology, allowing precision strikes even when electronic counter measures (ECM) are deployed. Another unique feature of AIR LORA is its seeker-less design which significantly reduces manufacturing cost while maintaining precision and accuracy. The supersonic missile, designed and developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), can be equipped blast fragmentation or deep-penetration warheads, making it a versatile weapon for taking out a wide range targets, such as airbases, command centers, or even hardened bunkers. Why IAF wants the Air LORA missile? The Air LORA has range between 400–430 kilometers, which would give IAF fighter jets the capability to launch strikes on enemy targets, while staying well beyond the range of their air defense systems (ADs). The Israeli missile is capable of reaching supersonic speeds of up to Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound), making it difficult for enemy ADs to intercept. Air LORA measures 5.2 meters in length, weighs 1600 kg, and can carry warheads weighing up to 570 kg. The AIR LORA is a stand-off weapon, means it can deployed without entering enemy airspace. This capability is essential for Indian fighter aircraft to strike deep inside enemy territory without entering contested airspace, especially considering India's volatile border challenges. One Su-30 MKI can carry up to four AIR LORA missiles, enabling a single fighter jet to carry out precision strikes against multiple enemy targets. What's the current status of deal to acquire LORA missiles? According to media reports, the IAF expressed interest in the LORA missile following the successful deployment of the Rampage missile during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. In 2023, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and IAI had signed an MoU for the joint manufacturing and technology transfer of LORA and other defense systems. The deal is still under discussion, and will drastically reducing the manufacturing cost of the LORA missiles, if it goes through. At present, a single unit of Air LORA costs between $1 million to $5 million, depending on the configuration and payload, making it comparatively 'cheaper' than similar long-range missile systems.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Time of India
India plans supersonic firepower upgrade: IAF eyes Israeli AIR LORA missile after Rampage success
This is a representational image (Pic credit: Lexica) The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly considering the acquisition of AIR LORA, an advanced air-launched ballistic missile developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), to significantly bolster its long-range strike capabilities. This potential procurement comes on the heels of the successful deployment of the Rampage missile during Operation Sindoor, where the IAF launched strikes on 11 Pakistani air bases. While Rampage offers a range of 250 kilometres and requires direct aircraft deployment, the AIR LORA missile provides a stand-off range of up to 400 kilometres, enabling precision strikes from a safer distance, beyond the reach of enemy air defence systems. High-value targeting with deep strike capability Belonging to IAI's LORA missile family, AIR LORA is described as an extended-range, precise, massive, supersonic weapon. It is specially designed to neutralise high-value, well-defended targets such as airbases, command and control centres, naval vessels, and critical infrastructure. The missile can be launched from IAF platforms such as the Su-30MKI, with a launch weight of 1,600 kilograms. Once fired, AIR LORA travels at supersonic speeds, reaching its target within minutes. Its precision strike ability is marked by a Circular Error Probable (CEP) of less than 10 meters, ensuring minimal collateral damage. Fire-and-forget system with mid-flight target update AIR LORA features a fire-and-forget design, requiring no further input from the launching aircraft after release. What sets it apart is its ability to update target coordinates mid-flight, allowing it to adapt to evolving battlefield dynamics and shifting targets in real time. According to IAI, "AIR LORA addresses these operational challenges with unparalleled efficiency and precision." Navigation, survivability, and all-weather capability The missile is equipped with GPS/INS navigation along with anti-jamming technology, ensuring accuracy even in electronic warfare environments where GPS signals may be compromised. It also boasts a seekerless design that employs steep-angle, high-speed attack profiles to increase survivability against air defences. AIR LORA is capable of operating in all-weather conditions. Interoperability and mission flexibility One of AIR LORA's standout features is its broad compatibility with various aircraft types, supporting both standalone and integrated configurations across Western and Eastern platforms. This means the missile can be quickly adopted without the need for extensive retraining or overhaul of existing systems. It also offers multiple warhead configurations, including blast fragmentation, general-purpose, and deep-penetration variants, making it suitable for a wide spectrum of tactical and strategic missions.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Time of India
IAF eyes supersonic LORA missiles from Israel to hit high-value targets deep inside enemy territory
The Indian Air Force is reportedly considering acquiring Israel Aerospace Industries ' AIR LORA air-launched ballistic missile to boost its long-range strike capabilities. This move comes after the successful use of the Rampage missile during Operation Sindoor, where the IAF struck 11 Pakistani air bases. While the Rampage has a range of 250 kilometers and needs direct aircraft deployment, AIR LORA offers an extended range of up to 400 kilometers, allowing precision strikes from beyond enemy air defense reach. Deep stand-off precision for high-value targets AIR LORA belongs to IAI's LORA missile family and is classified as an Extended Range, Precise, Massive, Supersonic Weapon. It is designed to target well-defended sites like air force bases, naval vessels, command centers, and critical infrastructure. With a launch weight of 1,600 kilograms, the missile can be fired from IAF's Su-30MKI aircraft, allowing operations from safe distances. The missile travels at supersonic speeds and can hit targets within minutes of launch. Its precision, with a Circular Error Probable (CEP) of less than 10 meters, ensures it can strike targets with minimal collateral damage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bargain Prices on Unsold Container Houses in Benguet - Check Them Out! Shipping Container Homes | Search Ads Search Now Undo Autonomous operation and mission flexibility AIR LORA is a fire-and-forget missile system that functions autonomously after launch. It does not require guidance from the aircraft once it is released. The missile can also change its target coordinates mid-flight, allowing adjustments during changing battlefield scenarios. According to IAI, 'AIR LORA addresses these operational challenges with unparalleled efficiency and precision.' Live Events Advanced guidance and high survivability The missile is equipped with GPS/INS navigation and strong anti-jamming features, which help it maintain accuracy even in environments where GPS signals are denied. It has a seekerless design and uses high-speed attack profiles and steep angles of impact to improve its chances of survival in air defense zones. The missile is also capable of operating in all-weather conditions. Flexible integration across air platforms AIR LORA can be integrated with multiple types of aircraft. It supports stand-alone configurations and also works with existing avionics systems on various platforms, both Western and Eastern. This allows for faster deployment and reduces the need for extensive training or new logistical setups. Multiple warhead options for mission versatility The missile can be fitted with different types of warheads, including blast fragmentation, general-purpose, and deep-penetration variants. These options allow it to meet a range of operational goals.
India.com
03-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Operation Sindoor 2.0 On Horizon? India Sign Deal To Acquire Israeli AIR LORA Missiles
New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) may soon get a new long-range weapon. The missile in question comes from Israel. It is called AIR LORA. Supersonic speed. 400-kilometer reach. Deep precision. Big impact. The talks are quiet. But the buzz is loud. After the Rampage missile's stellar performance during Operation Sindoor, the IAF is looking to go bigger. Rampage worked. It was lethal. But it had one problem. It had to be launched close to enemy lines. That put Indian fighter jets at risk. Pakistani air defenses are watching. China is arming Islamabad with newer systems. HQ-9. LY-80. The risk is real. That is where AIR LORA steps in. Developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, AIR LORA can strike targets from 400 kilometres away. No need to enter hostile airspace. Indian pilots stay safe. The enemy gets hit hard. Sources say the missile was showcased at Aero India 2025. It stunned experts. Su-30 MKI jets can carry up to four of them. That is four separate targets in one mission. Deep inside enemy territory. From far away. Think Sukkur. Think Bahawalpur. Think Rawalpindi. Even Karachi. From Indian skies. With one push of a button. This is not theory. The Navy already uses LORA in its surface and ship-launched versions. The Air Force wants its own variant. India and Israel have already signed a deal. BEL will build the missile at home. Another Make-in-India milestone. The IAF is not only looking at range. It wants accuracy. AIR LORA promises that. Ten-meter accuracy. That is almost pin-point. Command posts. Radar systems. Bunkered weapons. All in reach. It also has fire-and-forget tech. Advanced navigation. Anti-jamming features. It can penetrate hardened shelters. It does not blink. It does not miss. If this gets green lit, it will reshape India's air strike capability. Pakistan's airbases could become soft targets. Even China's forward positions will not be safe. The Line of Actual Control (LAC) might feel less like a line and more like a launchpad. Operation Sindoor 2.0? That might already be in the works.
