The versatile design of the BQM-167 supports various mission requirements by accepting a wide array of internal and external payloads, including scoring (vector and scalar), Identification Friend or Foe (IFF), passive and active radar augmentation, electronic countermeasures, infrared (IR) augmentation (plume pods), and internally stored chaff and flares.
BQM-167
The versatile design of the BQM-167 supports various mission requirements by accepting a wide array of internal and external payloads, including radar cross-section (RCS) augmentation, infrared (IR) augmentation, towed targets, and other special payloads and mission systems.
BQM-167 at a Glance
Design
The BQM-167 is constructed using carbon fiber and epoxy materials. First acceptance testing was completed in August 2006. Initial Operational Capability was achieved in 2008.
Speed
With an operational ceiling of 50,000 feet (15,000 meters) and a top speed of .91 Mach, the BQM-167 helps users test and train against threat-representative target systems.
Readiness
The BQM-167 Air Force Subscale Aerial Target (AFSAT) is the primary aerial target used by the U.S. Air Force, performing almost 100 percent of their subscale missions, providing realistic end-to-end weapons-release training for aviators and international customers.
Capacity
The maximum internal payload capacity is 645 pounds (292.5 kilograms). Each wingtip can support a maximum of 100 pounds (45.4 kilograms), while each wing station can accommodate up to 150 pounds (68 kilograms) per side.
Realistic, End-to-End Weapons Training
The primary role of the BQM-167 is to provide the military with some of the world’s most realistic and comprehensive end-to-end weapons release training.
Premier Target for Fourth-Gen Threat Emulation
Used as the premier, subscale aerial target weapons system for the U.S. Air Force, this product can be configured to emulate various fourth-generation aircraft.
Designed for Flexibility
The BQM-167, designed for both water and land recovery, helps maximize mission flexibility.
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