The U.S. Department of Defense has increased its focus on hypersonics in recent years, spending $6.9 billion for hypersonic research in FY2025, up from $4.7 billion in FY2023. In an era where maneuverability and stealth have become critical, hypersonic missiles have become a key form of artillery for the U.S. as it looks to remain a global defense leader

The DoD and its branches have several ongoing programs researching and developing hypersonic attack missiles. These include Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) in the Navy, the Army’s Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW), and the Air Force’s Hypersonic Attack Cruise Missile (HACM). This report will explain what sets each hypersonic attack missile apart, and provide an update on the latest information shared for each respective program.

IDGA’s Next Generation Missiles and Hypersonics Summit, taking place this December 9-10 in Reston, Virginia, will welcome personnel working on these three key hypersonic programs. The two-day summit won’t only focus on offensive hypersonic weapons; a large portion of the agenda will be dedicated to hypersonic missile defenses, including discussions on concepts for the Golden Dome.