Air-to-Air MissileGo Back To Missiles and RocketsGo Back To Weapons Home AIM-4 FalconThe AIM-4 Falcon was the first guided air-to-air missile used by the U.S. Air Force, introduced in the 1950s. Despite its innovation, it suffered from poor combat performance, particularly in Vietnam.AIM-7 SparrowThe AIM-7 Sparrow is a radar-guided medium-range air-to-air missile used by Western air forces for decades. It provided beyond-visual-range engagement capability and was widely used from the Vietnam War to the Gulf War.AIM-9 SidewinderThe AIM-9 Sidewinder is a short-range, infrared-guided air-to-air missile and one of the most successful missiles ever produced. It is known for its simplicity, effectiveness, and long service life across many nations.AIM-174B GunslingerThe AIM-174B is a long-range air-to-air missile based on the RIM-174 Standard Extended Range Active Missile (ERAM) adapted for use by fighter aircraft. It offers significantly extended engagement ranges, designed to target high-value enemy assets like AWACS or bombers.ATAS AIM-92 StingerThe AIM-92 Stinger, also known as ATAS (Air-to-Air Stinger), is an air-launched version of the FIM-92 Stinger MANPADS. It is primarily used by helicopters and UAVs for short-range air defense against low-flying aircraft.AIM-120 AMRAAMThe AIM-120 AMRAAM is a modern active radar-guided air-to-air missile that provides beyond-visual-range engagement capabilities. It is the standard medium-range missile for many NATO aircraft and is prized for its fire-and-forget capability.Kaliningrad K-5The K-5 was an early Soviet beam-riding air-to-air missile introduced in the 1950s. It required the launch aircraft to maintain radar lock, limiting its effectiveness and eventually leading to more advanced designs. Please Rate the Content on this page 1 - Least Useful 2 3 4 5 - Most Useful Submit