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Python-3


ORIGIN: (Real World)
The State of Israel

GAMES FEATURED IN:
Ace Combat 2

COMPATIBLE AIRCRAFT
KF-C7 Kifir

OVERVIEW:
The Python-3 air-to-air missile (AAM) is allegedly a version of the US-made AIM-9L Sidewinder AAM. PYTHON-3 is a third-generation short to medium range air-to-air missile adapted to the F-15, F-16, all types of Mirage, F-5, F-4 and Kfir C-2 and C-7 aircraft. The missile upgrades the capability of its carrier and gives it air superiority in modern air combat scenarios, such as:

*Head-on interceptions
*Beam interceptions
*Dogfights involving high-g maneuvers
*Low-altitude interceptions of helicopters and light aircraft
*Self-defense air combat during penetration missions.


a python III being launched from an F-4


Main Features:
*All-aspect capability, including head-on interception
*Effective against most evasive tactics
*Capable of intercepting low-signature and low-altitude threats
*15 km maximum effective range at high altitude
*Active proximity fuse, based on lead bias navigation system
*Highly efficient warhead
*Versatile target acquisition modes, including slaving to advanced radar system
*Reliability greater than 95%
*Full ILS, including combat doctrine manual, training and ground support equipment
*The Python 3, Rafael's [Arms Development Authority] air-to-air missile, has intercepted dozens of Syrian planes. The pilot can launch the missile only after steering his plane at the enemy plane at a 30-40 degree cone


Kfir C-7 showing it's armament, consisting of python III missiles

Length-----295 cm
Span-----80 cm
Body-----15 cm
Weight-----120 kg (warhead 11kg)
Guidance Type---IR
Model 1 x spr.
Range-----15 km
Speed----3.5 Mach

Source:
Israeli-Weapons.com

*Original Article by Heinkel*

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