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Royal Navy Achieves Capability for Sea Venom Missiles

10/8/2025

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The Royal Navy reached Initial Operating Capability for Sea Venom missiles on Wildcat helicopters during Operation Highmast.
Each Wildcat can carry four Sea Venom missiles for multiple targets or focused strikes.
Sea Venom, developed by MBDA, targets larger vessels and coastal areas with advanced guidance.
The milestone strengthens anti-surface warfare after the 2023 retirement of the Harpoon system.

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The Royal Navy reached Initial Operating Capability for Sea Venom missiles on Wildcat helicopters during Operation Highmast.
Each Wildcat can carry four Sea Venom missiles for multiple targets or focused strikes.
Sea Venom, developed by MBDA, targets larger vessels and coastal areas with advanced guidance.
The milestone strengthens anti-surface warfare after the 2023 retirement of the Harpoon system.