Air defense 2024, March

The S-400 is no joke. Proven in the USA

The S-400 is no joke. Proven in the USA

The Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile system has long attracted the attention of the military and specialists around the world, and news of the emergence of export contracts heightens interest and contributes to the start of new disputes at various levels. In such a situation, the foreign press cannot stand aside, and

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 7. MANPADS Mistral

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 7. MANPADS Mistral

Familiar to everyone who follows the news of the defense industry and the export of weapons, the word Mistral personifies not only a family of universal amphibious assault ships, but also a portable anti-aircraft missile system of French production. MANPADS Mistral is designed to destroy low-flying helicopters and aircraft

Foreign copies of the Soviet S-75 air defense system (part of 1)

Foreign copies of the Soviet S-75 air defense system (part of 1)

In the mid-50s, the deployment of two belts of the S-25 "Berkut" air defense system began around Moscow. The positions of this multichannel complex were placed with the possibility of overlapping the affected areas. However, the C-25 was unsuitable for mass deployment on the territory of the Soviet Union and allied countries

Foreign copies of the Soviet S-75 air defense system (part of 2)

Foreign copies of the Soviet S-75 air defense system (part of 2)

As already mentioned in the first part of the review, the final tests of the HQ-2 anti-aircraft missile system began in 1967, that is, a year after the official adoption of the PLA air defense forces of the HQ-1 air defense system. The new modification had the same range of destruction of air targets - 32 km and a ceiling - 24,500 m

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 6. MANPADS "Igla"

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 6. MANPADS "Igla"

Igla MANPADS (index GRAU 9K38, NATO codification - SA-18 Grouse) is a Soviet and Russian portable anti-aircraft missile system designed to engage low-flying air targets on collision and catch-up courses, including countermeasures with false heat targets. Complex

Non-strategic missile defense. Threats and means

Non-strategic missile defense. Threats and means

In the past, a strategic missile defense complex was created in our country, protecting Moscow and the Central Industrial Region from a possible attack. At the same time, anti-aircraft systems are in service, capable of solving some missile defense tasks and hitting missiles of different classes

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 5. MANPADS FIM-92 Stinger

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 5. MANPADS FIM-92 Stinger

The American FIM-92 Stinger MANPADS, along with Igla and Strela MANPADS, undoubtedly belongs to one of the most famous man-portable anti-aircraft missile systems in the world. "Stinger" (from the English Stinger - "sting") has a combined arms index FIM-92 in the American army and, like his "colleagues" from

The second life of "Shilka". New modification: "Shilka-M4"

The second life of "Shilka". New modification: "Shilka-M4"

ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" is a real legend among anti-aircraft self-propelled guns (ZSU), and its long military life deserves exceptional respect. This ZSU is an example of a rational attitude towards military equipment, which has already been discontinued, but is still able to carry out the assigned

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 4. MANPADS Robotsystem 70

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 4. MANPADS Robotsystem 70

MANPADS Robotsystem 70 - missile system of the 70th model (RBS-70) - Swedish universal portable anti-aircraft missile system designed to destroy low-flying air targets (aircraft and helicopters) of the enemy. Developed in Sweden by Bofors Defense engineers (today Saab Bofors

Anti-aircraft missile systems of Soviet and Russian production as the main threat to American combat aviation

Anti-aircraft missile systems of Soviet and Russian production as the main threat to American combat aviation

In a recent publication, Features of Combat Training for US Air Force and Navy Pilots. Who are American pilots preparing to fight with? "

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 3. MANPADS Blowpipe

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 3. MANPADS Blowpipe

Blowpipe (Dudka) - British universal portable anti-aircraft missile system (MANPADS), designed to destroy low-flying aircraft and helicopters. It was put into service in 1972. In the UK, this complex was operated until 1985. Unlike MANPADS models

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 2. MANPADS FIM-43 Redeye

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 2. MANPADS FIM-43 Redeye

The first portable anti-aircraft missile system, which was adopted by the US Army, was the FIM-43 Redeye (Red Eye) MANPADS. This complex was intended to destroy low-flying air targets, including helicopters, aircraft and drones of the enemy. Complex development

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 1. MANPADS "Strela-2"

"Manual" air defense systems. Part 1. MANPADS "Strela-2"

A portable anti-aircraft missile system (MANPADS) is an effective weapon that is in the arsenal of a modern infantryman. MANPADS is an anti-aircraft missile system that is designed to be transported and fired by one person. Due to their relatively small size, modern

Anti-aircraft missile system NASAMS 2 for Australia

Anti-aircraft missile system NASAMS 2 for Australia

For various reasons, the Australian armed forces do not have a developed air defense system, which leads to known risks. The command is aware of this problem and is taking the necessary action. As part of a major army modernization program, it is planned to purchase a sufficient number of new

Air defense of Liberty Island. Part 1

Air defense of Liberty Island. Part 1

The first combat aircraft, four Vought UO-2 reconnaissance aircraft and six Airco DH.4B light bombers appeared in the Cuban military in 1923. Until the outbreak of World War II, the Cuban Air Force was not a significant force and was equipped with training and patrol aircraft

Difficult decisions: increasing the role of ground-based air defense

Difficult decisions: increasing the role of ground-based air defense

From hand-held short-range systems to long-range systems. The market for ground-based air defense systems is becoming more vibrant as countries begin to replace outdated systems and add new capabilities to their arsenals. In 2018, the Land Ceptor rocket was tested in Sweden

Pine project. On the way to the series and to the troops

Pine project. On the way to the series and to the troops

Over the past several years, the Russian defense industry regularly talks about the promising Sosna anti-aircraft missile system. According to the latest reports received at the end of March, the new air defense system has successfully passed the necessary tests and is now preparing to enter the

Foreign dispute about the Russian S-400. NI vs FOI

Foreign dispute about the Russian S-400. NI vs FOI

Russian weapons and military equipment attract the attention of foreign experts and sometimes become a reason for controversy. A few days ago, the next topic of discussion was the Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile system. First, the Swedish Defense Research Agency criticized this system

Kinetic interception as the basis for US missile defense

Kinetic interception as the basis for US missile defense

You can hit a flying ballistic missile in different ways. It can be destroyed by a blast wave and shrapnel in the active section of the trajectory, and warheads should be hit on the descent. An interceptor missile can carry a conventional or nuclear charge, including a neutron one, which destroys a warhead. From

Air defense of Liberty Island. Part 2

Air defense of Liberty Island. Part 2

After the successful resolution of the "Caribbean Crisis" and the withdrawal of most of the Soviet troops, the Cubans received the bulk of the equipment and weapons of the 10th and 11th Air Defense Forces, and the MiG-21F-13 fighters of the 32nd Air Defense Forces. Cubes received the most modern at that time Soviet

Defend Moscow: missile defense, air defense and fighters

Defend Moscow: missile defense, air defense and fighters

In the event of the outbreak of a hypothetical full-scale armed conflict with the use of all available means and weapons, Moscow and the central industrial region are exposed to special risks. The vast majority of strategically important military and administrative

Anti-aircraft artillery mount Centurion C-RAM: dubious effectiveness amid claims of success

Anti-aircraft artillery mount Centurion C-RAM: dubious effectiveness amid claims of success

Although this publication is dedicated to the American 20-mm rapid-fire small-caliber anti-aircraft gun, I want to start it with a confession - a declaration of love for the Military Review. Our relationship, like most lovers, was not always simple. Nevertheless, "VO" became a part of my

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 8)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 8)

According to The Military Balance 2018, taking into account the combat-ready reserve and paramilitary formations in the PRC, there are about 3 million people under arms. It is very difficult to cover such a mass of troops only with anti-aircraft missiles, and therefore obsolete anti-aircraft machine gun are still in the ranks and in warehouses

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 9)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 9)

In the mid-1970s, relations between Moscow and Beijing deteriorated so much that the parties began to seriously consider the possibility of using nuclear weapons against each other. At the same time, the Soviet Union had an overwhelming superiority over China in the number of nuclear warheads and their delivery vehicles

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 5)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 5)

By the early 1980s, it became clear that the J-7 lightweight single-engine delta fighter could not compete with the American and Soviet 4th generation fighters. In terms of maneuverability, thrust-to-weight ratio, radar and armament characteristics, the Chinese versions of the MiG-21 hopelessly lagged behind

How Asian countries are strengthening their air defenses: there is no limit to the variety of approaches

How Asian countries are strengthening their air defenses: there is no limit to the variety of approaches

There is currently significant activity in the Asia-Pacific region regarding anti-aircraft guns and surface-to-air missiles, as the military seeks to upgrade legacy ground-based air defense systems or add new capabilities

Poland and the Czech Republic have proposed options for the modernization of the air defense system "Kub"

Poland and the Czech Republic have proposed options for the modernization of the air defense system "Kub"

The American company Raytheon and the Polish WZU-2 have developed their own version of the modernization of self-propelled anti-aircraft missile systems 2k12 "Kub", reports Lenta.ru with reference to Jane's Defense Weekly. In the future, the Czech Republic can offer its own version of the "Cubes" modernization

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 7)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 7)

At present, China has caught up with Russia in terms of the number of deployed medium and long-range anti-aircraft missile systems. At the same time, the process of replacing outdated air defense systems with liquid-propellant missiles with new anti-aircraft systems with solid-propellant missiles is very active. Until the early 1990s, the most

Polish-Ukrainian air defense missile system project based on R-27

Polish-Ukrainian air defense missile system project based on R-27

A number of foreign countries are armed with several ground-based anti-aircraft missile systems built using guided air-to-air missiles. This approach to the design of air defense systems has some advantages, and therefore enjoys limited popularity. In the foreseeable

Anti-aircraft gunners of the Volga region, the Urals and Siberia for the first time conduct live firing of the Buk-M2 air defense system

Anti-aircraft gunners of the Volga region, the Urals and Siberia for the first time conduct live firing of the Buk-M2 air defense system

At the Kapustin Yar training ground, live firing of an anti-aircraft missile brigade equipped with a modern anti-aircraft missile system "BUK-M2" will take place. This was reported to RIA Info-RM by the press secretary of the commander of the North Caucasus Military District, Lieutenant Colonel A. Bobrun. This is the first and

Completed the stage of defense of the working draft of the MEADS air defense missile system development program

Completed the stage of defense of the working draft of the MEADS air defense missile system development program

The program for the development of the medium-range anti-aircraft missile system MEADS (Medium Extended Air Defense System), jointly implemented by the United States, Germany and Italy, has successfully passed the stage of protecting the working project. The project was found to meet all the requirements

What is the C-300 and why Russia is selling them to Azerbaijan ("Zhamanak", Armenia)

What is the C-300 and why Russia is selling them to Azerbaijan ("Zhamanak", Armenia)

In Armenia, they react ambiguously to reports about the sale or the probable sale by Russia of the C-300 anti-aircraft missile systems to Azerbaijan. If the Armenian authorities or experts close to the authorities are silent or do not see anything "dangerous" in this deal, then independent experts will ring - sale

ZSU "Otomatic"

ZSU "Otomatic"

The original ZSU "Otomatic" was created in the early 90s in Italy. She is armed with a 76 mm automatic cannon. The choice of such a large caliber is due to the task of hitting helicopters before they launch anti-tank missiles. The chassis is based on the Palmyria 155mm self-propelled howitzer. Combat weight "Otomatika"

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 4)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 4)

Currently, the most valuable part of the PLA Air Force's fighter fleet, which can be effectively used to gain air superiority and perform air defense missions in the PLA Air Force, are the Su-35SK, Su-30MK2, Su-30MKK aircraft, as well as unlicensed J-11 modifications. Supplied by Russia in

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 3)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 3)

In the early 90s of the XX century, the PLA Air Force's fighter fleet looked very archaic. It was based on the J-6 fighters (a copy of the MiG-19) and J-7 (a copy of the MiG-21), and there were also about 150 J-8 air defense interceptors. After the normalization of relations between our countries, China has become one of the largest buyers

Confidence from above

Confidence from above

The Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Air Force told how the defense of Moscow and the Central Federal District will change Colonel General Alexander Zelin promised on Saturday that soon the Russian capital and the center of the country would be defended by "a significant number" of S-400 and S-500 anti-aircraft missile systems. He also stated that the Russian aircraft of the fifth

"Brain" of the domestic aerospace shield

"Brain" of the domestic aerospace shield

The 2nd Central Research Institute of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is 75 years old

Triumph S-400

Triumph S-400

The S-400 anti-aircraft missile system was created on the basis of the existing Russian S-300 complexes, however, it has significantly greater tactical and technical capabilities in comparison with these systems - both in zone, and in efficiency, and in the variety of targets hit. Conducted by the developers of the complex

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 2)

Improving the air defense system of the PRC against the background of strategic rivalry with the United States (part 2)

In the 90s of the last century, the leadership of the PRC set a course for a radical modernization of the armed forces. First of all, this affected the air defense and air forces, which, along with the strategic forces of nuclear deterrence, play the greatest role in ensuring the defense of the state and most fully

We are protected by the "Pyramid"

We are protected by the "Pyramid"

The capital of Russia is the only city on the planet that is reliably protected by a missile defense system. It is called A-135. Its heart is the Don-2N radar station, which is located thirty kilometers northeast of Moscow, near the village of Sofrino. Similar to Egyptian