Joint Direct Attack Munition

The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a guided bomb system that turns traditional unguided bombs into precision-guided munitions. It uses GPS technology to accurately target specific locations, even in adverse weather or challenging conditions. When dropped from an aircraft, the JDAM's guidance system calculates and adjusts its trajectory mid-flight to ensure it hits its intended target. This enhances accuracy, reduces collateral damage, and improves mission effectiveness. Essentially, JDAMs are smart bombs that combine the simplicity of a standard bomb with advanced guidance capabilities for precision strikes.