TFB Behind the Gun #184: The Hypervelocity Rocket w/ Wild Arms

18 Sep 2025 • 86 min • EN
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On today’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun podcast, we welcome back Jonathan Wild from Wild Arms Research and Development to discuss his latest—and fastest—rocket project to date: the Hypervelocity Rocket. Unlike conventional anti-aircraft munitions that rely on explosives, the Hypervelocity Rocket is designed to incapacitate targets through sheer kinetic energy, traveling at speeds exceeding 10,000 feet per second (approximately Mach 9). To bring this project to life, Jonathan has undertaken extensive research, including submitting official Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to uncover details about this once-classified initiative that has remained dormant in sealed government archives for years. In this episode, Jonathan shares his journey through the research, development, and testing of the Hypervelocity Rocket, and gives us a preview of his forthcoming book on the subject. Wild Arms Research and Development on YouTube Wild Arms Research and Development Books (Amazon) Wild Arms Research and Development on Instagram https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MatoQ9hNsEM  

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