U.S. speeds up underwater testing of sub-launched hypersonics
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Navy is building an underwater test facility for hypersonic missiles, with plans to deploy such missiles on next-generation submarines from the early 2030s, a senior officer told Congress last week.
The testimony by Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe, director for the Navy's strategic systems programs, offers a glimpse into the future scenarios that the U.S. military envisions.