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An air-launched missile as a possible WE.177 replacement

An air-launched missile is considered a plausible replacement for a free-fall WE.177 because it would expose the pilot to less danger.

Air Launched Missiles Nuclear Deterrence Royal Air Force WE.177

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Question

Would an air-launched nuclear missile be a likely replacement for the WE.177?

Short answer

Probably: an air-launched missile could reduce the danger to the pilot compared with a free-fall bomb.

Notes

The WE.177 is identified as a free-fall bomb. Replacing that delivery method with an air-launched missile is considered plausible because it could reduce danger to the pilot. No particular replacement missile is proposed.