On the 10th, Hanwha Aerospace announced that it will participate in the development project of the long-range surface-to-air missile L-SAM (Long-range Surface-to-Air Missile) II.
Hanwha Aerospace signed a development contract focused on the overall systems integration and verification of the L-SAM II missile, including responsibilities for the launch pad. The contract is worth 198.6 billion won, with the goal of completing development by 2028.
The L-SAM II is a weapons system that intercepts ballistic missiles at altitudes higher than the existing L-SAM interception altitude (below the stratosphere). It has the advantage of expanding the air defense area by 3 to 4 times compared to the existing L-SAM. Previously, Hanwha Aerospace successfully completed the development of the anti-ballistic missile (ABM) for L-SAM.
Key technologies of the L-SAM II missile include the position attitude control device and propulsion system. The position attitude control device plays a crucial role in precisely controlling the kill vehicle to intercept ballistic missiles through hit-to-kill using 10 thrust control valves. Only a few countries, including Korea and the United States, possess this technology.
A representative from Hanwha Aerospace noted, "There is a surge in demand for multi-layer air defense systems worldwide," and emphasized, "We will secure key technologies to contribute to strengthening Korea's defense capabilities and play a leading role in air defense system exports."