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This article presents a technical comparison of the combat performance of the U.S. Patriot and the European SAMP/T air defense systems for the period 2020–2025. Continue reading Patriot vs. SAMP/T: Air and Missile Defense Systems Comparison
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, air defense has become a cornerstone of Ukraine’s survival and resistance. Faced with relentless missile barrages, drone attacks, and aerial threats, Ukraine has relied on both its existing Soviet-era systems and modern Western technology to protect its cities, military infrastructure, and civilian population. Continue reading The Crucial Role of Air Defense in Times of War
The IRIS-T SL (Infra Red Imaging System Tail/Thrust Vector Controlled – Surface Launched) represents one of the most modern and capable short- to medium-range air defence systems available today. Developed by the German company Diehl Defence, the IRIS-T SL is designed to combat a wide range of modern air threats with high precision and mobility. The system is based on the successful IRIS-T air-to-air missile and extends its capabilities to the surface-to-air domain. Continue reading IRIS-T SL Air Defence System
IRIS-T SL (Infra Red Imaging System Tail/Thrust Vector Controlled – Surface Launched) representerer et av de mest moderne og kapable kort- til mellomdistanse luftvernsystemene som er tilgjengelig i dag. Utviklet av det tyske selskapet Diehl Defence, er IRIS-T SL designet for å bekjempe et bredt spekter av moderne lufttrusler med høy presisjon og mobilitet. Continue reading IRIS-T SL luftvernsystem
The Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) is a highly adaptable, medium-range air defence system developed in collaboration between Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Raytheon Missiles & Defence. First operational in 1998, NASAMS has since become a crucial component of air defence strategies for multiple nations. Continue reading NASAMS Air Defence System
Norway has formally requested a proposal for the Patriot missile defense system from the United States. The Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency is also considering offers from other allied nations. This is to ensure they make the best decision for their defense needs by 2029. Continue reading Patriots for Norway?
The Patriot air and missile defense system is a significant investment, with costs varying based on specific configurations and the number of missiles included. Continue reading What Does the Patriot Air and Missile Defense System Cost?
Cracking open American field manuals reveals a crucial truth: air defense deployment isn’t random. Local commanders don’t just wing it. Instead, it resembles a wolf pack – a coordinated unit where positioning, spacing, and focus are vital. Continue reading A Concentrated Force: Air Defense’s Weaponized Fist
NOMADS (National Maneuverable Air Defense System) is a tailored air defense system designed to protect forces and maneuver axes during a dynamic and contested land warfare environment. The system combines mobility, firepower, and protection to meet the needs of mobile mechanized units. Continue reading NOMADS Air Defence System
In September 2023, Poland signed contracts with European and American companies to strengthen the country’s air defense. The country plans to spend 137 billion zloty (US$32.9 billion) in 2024, equivalent to 4% of GDP. Continue reading Poland’s Air Defense Investment in 2024
