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Air-to-air missile. Year: 1950. Country: France. Manufacturer's Designation: Project 5101. Starting point was the German X4. During development solid propellant adopted in lieu of liquid propellants, two stages in place of one. Tests in 1950-1951 from a Ju.88 aircraft were successful, and the missile was developed further into the AA.20. Liftoff Thrust: 1.960 kN (441 lbf). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket. Boost engine: SEPR 16. Cruise engine: Solid rocket. Guidance: Command Link.
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