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Joint Direct Attack Munition

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JDAM family

The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a set of parts that converts bombs into bombs that can seek a target by using GPS. Bombs with these parts on top use an inertial guidance system connected to a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver.[1] This gives them a range of up to 15 nautical miles (28 km). JDAM-equipped bombs range from 500 pounds (227 kg) to 2,000 pounds (907 kg).[2] When installed on a bomb, the JDAM kit is given a GBU (Guided Bomb Unit) designation, instead of the "unguided bomb" JDAM is a joint project of the United States Air Force and the United States Navy.[3]

References

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  1. ↑ "JDAM Matures; Parts 1 and 2". Air Power Australia. 27 January 2015. Retrieved 11 February 2015.
  2. ↑ "JDAM continues to be warfighter's weapon of choice". Archived from the original on 2012-07-22. Retrieved 15 February 2015.
  3. ↑ "JOINT DIRECT ATTACK MUNITION JDAM". Military.com. Retrieved 11 February 2015.
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