AIR DEFENCE MISSILE COMPLEXES LIFE EXTENSION, REVITALISATION AND MODERNISATION
AIR DEFENCE MISSILE COMPLEXES LIFE EXTENSION, REVITALISATION AND MODERNISATION
Author(s): Marius Rădulescu, Vasile ŞandruContributor(s): Iulia NASTASIE (Translator)
Subject(s): Security and defense, Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: Centrul tehnic-editorial al armatei
Keywords: missile; air defence; range; efficacy; modernisation;
Summary/Abstract: In modern battlefield, the airpower represents a major force-multiplier and a support for any military operation. For this reason, the air defence has the same importance. Among the air defence assets, ground-to-air missiles are the most important features in terms of procurement. This article presents the basic coordinates for the life extension, revitalisation and modernisation processes focused on missiles and their involvement in the scientific, technical and technological environment of the owners. An important distinction between the missiles and systems requirements is made. The conclusions are useful for all the military commanders in charge of the maintenance and procurement plans regarding this kind of equipment.
Journal: Romanian Military Thinking
- Issue Year: 2013
- Issue No: 4
- Page Range: 72-81
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English
