What kind of a weapon is a stinger?

A Stinger is a type of portable, shoulder-fired surface-to-air missile system, officially known as the FIM-92 Stinger. It is designed to target and destroy low-flying aircraft, including helicopters and fixed-wing planes. The missile uses infrared homing guidance to track and engage its targets, making it effective for use in various combat situations. Stingers are widely used by military forces around the world due to their mobility and effectiveness.