VL MICA
Missile Systemconfirmed
The VL MICA is a vertical launch, all-weather, short-range air defense missile system. It is designed to intercept a wide range of threats including aircraft, helicopters, and anti-ship missiles.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | France |
| Manufacturer | MBDA |
| Introduced | 1996 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 3,700 km/h |
| Range | 20 km |
| Weight | 0.112 t |
History
Developed by MBDA in France and entering service in 1996, it is a navalized version of the MICA air-to-air missile.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| France | (estimated SAM Short-range) | confirmed |
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