Torpedoes

In the context of aviation, torpedoes refer to a type of self-propelled weapons with an explosive warhead, launched above or below the water surface, propelled underwater towards a target, and designed to detonate either on contact with its target or in proximity to it. They are primarily used by naval aviation for anti-submarine warfare. Torpedoes are carried by maritime patrol aircraft and helicopters, and are dropped into the water, often from a low altitude, to attack submarines. They are equipped with a guidance system that can include passive or active sonar, enabling them to track, hit, and destroy their targets. The development of aerial torpedoes marked a significant milestone in aviation warfare, allowing aircraft to engage in submarine warfare and greatly expanding their combat capabilities. The use of torpedoes in aviation has evolved over time, with advancements in technology leading to improvements in their speed, range, accuracy, and destructive power.