The U.S. Marine Corps is adapting the FIM-92 Stinger missile, traditionally used to down aircraft, for anti-amphibious roles in preparation for a potential conflict with China.

The contract has been forwarded to Congress for validation, indicating an increasing interest in American missiles. The FIM-92 Stinger anti-aircraft missile The FIM-92 Stinger was introduced in ...

which range from low-flying aircraft and helicopters to cruise missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The FIM-92 Stinger is a man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS) renowned for its ...