STORM SHADOW MISSILES

15th May, 2023 Security

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Context

Russia's Defence Ministry said that Ukrainian aircraft had struck two industrial sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine with Storm Shadow long-range cruise missiles supplied by Britain.

About

Manufacturer

The Storm Shadow / SCALP is a long-range, air-launched, stand-off attack missile offered by France-based MBDA Systems primarily for the UK and French armed forces.
It is derived from the MBDA Systems’ Apache anti-runway missile.

Uses

The missile is intended to strike high-valued stationary assets such as airbases, radar installations, communications hubs and port facilities.

Key features

The Storm Shadow can engage the targets precisely in any weather conditions during day and night.
The long range and low attitude combined with subsonic speed make the Storm Shadow a stealthy missile.

Countries using it

The Storm Shadow is also in service with the air forces of Egypt, India, Italy, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
It is referred to as Black Shaheen in the UAE Air Force service.

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q) Which of the following statements with reference to Storm Shadow Missiles is/are incorrect?

1. The Storm Shadow is in service with the air force of India.

2. It is a long-range, air-launched, stand-off attack missile offered by Britain.