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Scrubbed Hypersonic Weapon Test 'Not a Good Look'

Russia and China are ahead of the U.S. in hypersonic missile technology. In this photo an intercontinental ballistic missile lifts off from a truck-mounted launcher somewhere in Russia. (AP)
 

By    |   Thursday, 09 March 2023 07:10 AM EST

The cancellation of a planned hypersonic weapon test on Sunday is raising questions about the state of the U.S. program at a time when two of America's foremost global adversaries – China and Russia – possess working, deployable versions of the advanced weaponry.

While setbacks and delays in flight tests are common, especially when cutting-edge technology such as hypersonic weapons are involved, military analysts say the U.S. can't afford any missteps as it competes for military dominance in the arena.

Marisa Herman

Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.

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The cancellation of a planned hypersonic weapon test on Sunday is raising questions about the state of the U.S. program at a time when two of America's foremost global adversaries - China and Russia - possess working, deployable versions of the advanced weaponry.
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