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The U.S. Navy has achieved initial operational capability (IOC) for the GBU-53/B StormBreaker smart glide bomb on F/A-18E/F Super Hornets. This milestone allows fleet squadrons to routinely employ the weapon, enhancing precision strikes against mobile targets in complex environments.

The StormBreaker, developed by Raytheon, features advanced guidance systems for engagement at standoff ranges of up to 45 nautical miles. Its integration reshapes strike capabilities, enabling more efficient targeting and flexibility during operations, thereby reinforcing the aircraft carrier's role in modern warfare.