What is the default flight path mode for the javelin?

• A. Direct attack
• B. Top attack
• C. High-velocity dive
• D. Indirect attack

Answer: (B)

Top-attack is chosen because the Javelin is designed to defeat tanks by hitting from above, where armor is weakest. After launch, the missile uses its infrared seeker to lock onto the target and climbs into a high-angle trajectory, then descends to strike the turret from the top. This angle maximizes the chance of a decisive hit on the vulnerable roof armor and improves the likelihood of a kill, even if the target is maneuvering or in cover. While another mode exists for near-vertical or specific targeting needs, the top-attack profile is the default due to its effectiveness against modern armor.