Bilal Khan (Quwa)
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Since it's an ALCM the Ra'ad has an air-breathing engine, it's more of a jet and not a rocket-powered missile (like CM-400AKG) or glider (like IREK or H-2/H-4). I may be way off, but the Ra'ad shouldn't lose its range because it was launched at a lower altitude. E.g., it should (theoretically) be able to climb to a higher altitude after launch if that was the intent.Correct me if I'm wrong, the Raad ALCM is pre-programmed hence it's fire and forget weapon system.
Once it's launched, the operator has no control over it.
So say if it was programmed to be launched at 20,000 feet to strike a target at 350 Miles range...what happens if the launch platform say counters bad weather or due to other circumstances the weapon can only be launched from 15,000 feet at the same target which is now only at 300 miles distance.
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Granted, the Ra'ad could lose its range to other factors, e.g., wind, fuel quality, engine quality, etc. However, if all things are held equal, the Ra'ad should have the qualities of an actual jet-powered aircraft (since it's exactly that) and not the limitations of a rocket or a glider.