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On January 12, 2026, the US Navy successfully launched an Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range (AARGM-ER) from an F/A-18F during a live-fire test at Point Mugu, California. This test, part of a program with Northrop Grumman, showcased the missile's navigation capabilities in GPS-denied environments and is a significant step toward operational readiness later in 2026. The AARGM-ER enhances the original AGM-88E AARGM missile's capabilities for Suppression and Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses.