The "New" AIM-54 Phoenix III: Manual Loft

Article: https://flyandwire.com/2026/03/14/the... Discussion Forum: https://flyandwire.com/community/arti... Part II highlighted how the altitude reached by the new missile is lower, and manual loft compensates for this drawback. Ergo, the new missile takes full advantage of the reduced drag and improved rocket motor when employed in such a manner. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 NOTAM 00:26 45,000ft 01:50 35,000ft 02:32 25,000ft 04:25 15,000ft 05:57 Understanding speed curves 07:08 5,000ft 09:39 Recap tables & Conclusions LINKS Weapons and Ordnance - https://flyandwire.com/category/gamin... NOTE: fixed and editing issue with the audio. Thanks Comstedt for pointing it out!