
Raytheon [RTN] yesterday said it successfully intercepted and destroyed a low quadrant elevation (QE) 107mm rocket as part of the second series of guided test vehicle (GTV) flight tests of the Accelerated Improved Intercept Initiative (AI3) program. The intercept is a major test milestone before the U.S. Army live-fire engagements begin in September. Raytheon AI3 Control Vehicle Tests Photo: U.S. Army "Beginning only 18 months and one week ago, and with firm cost requirements, the AI3 interceptor project successfully engaged and…