👉 Bloom missiles, also known as SM-3 Interceptors or Standard Missile-3 Block IIA, are advanced air-to-air missiles designed for intercepting and destroying cruise missiles and other aerial threats. Developed by Lockheed Martin, these missiles utilize a solid-propellant rocket engine for high-speed, long-range flight, capable of reaching altitudes up to 40 kilometers and speeds exceeding Mach 10. Equipped with a radar homing system, the Bloom missiles can autonomously detect and track targets, then guide themselves to intercept with pinpoint accuracy. Their primary role is to provide air defense against ballistic and cruise missiles, enhancing national security by neutralizing threats before they reach their intended targets.
