Proximity Fuse
The virtual missile may be fitted with a proximity fuse that will explode when it gets to within a certain (programmable) distance of the target. This image shows a missile exploding within 20 meters of an attack helicopter target. The proximity fuse may also be de-activated, so that the missile will require a direct hit to shoot down the target.

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