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5th Nov 2015, 17:16

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JG54

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Might it have something to do with AIM - 7 being dropped before the motor ignites whereas AIM - 120 launches 'off the rail'?

And yes, later blocks were perfectly capable of carrying and launching the Sparrow.

Regards,

Frank

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