The FIM-92 Stinger is a portable, shoulder-fired surface-to-air missile designed to target and destroy low-flying aircraft. Developed by Raytheon and General Dynamics in the 1970s, it is equipped with an infrared homing guidance system, allowing it to track heat emitted by aircraft engines. The Stinger missile is primarily used by military forces and has been deployed in various conflicts around the world. Its lightweight design and ease of use make it effective for infantry units, providing them with a crucial defense against aerial threats.