What does HARM stand for?

• A. High-Speed Antiradiation Missile
• B. High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missile
• C. High-Altitude Radar Missile
• D. Hyper-Speed Antiradiation Missile

Answer: (A)

HARM stands for High-speed Anti-Radiation Missile. The anti-radiation part means it homes in on radar emissions, so it’s used to suppress or destroy enemy radar systems by targeting their energy sources. The high-speed aspect emphasizes its ability to reach radar sites quickly, reducing the radar operator’s reaction time and increasing the chance of a successful strike. In practice, this missile is used in SEAD missions, launched from aircraft, and guided by a passive seeker that detects and steers toward the emitting radar. Note that the standard spelling commonly uses “Anti-Radiation” with a hyphen, but the meaning remains the same.