Tomahawk is a medium-to-long range subsonic cruise missile that operates in all-weather condition. It is capable to launch from a submerged submarine and flying low-altitude to avoid radar detection that allows enemy's interception.The beauty of this cruise missile is the capability to use the data from multiple sensors through fighter jet, AWACS, satellites, foot soldiers, tanks and ships to search for its target. The target data will be uploaded to the computer on the missile prior to the launch. It then fly towards the target, compare the target image from its camera to the data uploaded before hitting it.
It is capable to be reprogrammed in-flight to alternative targets and controlled by the GPS coordinates for accurate flying route and target hitting. It has the intelligence to avoid obstacles while flying towards the target.
This weapon is currently operated by United States, United Kingdom and Spain.
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