Air Denial Operations
Description
Defensive operations to deny enemy use of airspace through integrated air defense systems.
Phases
- **Planning Phase:** Threat analysis, coverage calculation, site selection
- **Deployment Phase:** Move and position air defense assets
- **Activation Phase:** Systems online, radar coverage established
- **Engagement Phase:** Detect, track, engage hostile aircraft
- **Sustainment Phase:** Ammunition resupply, battle damage repair
Tasks (7)
+ New TaskIntegrated Air Defense System Deployment
Positioning and networking multiple air defense systems for layered protection.
Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) Positioning
Tactical placement of SAM batteries for optimal engagement capability.
Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) Coverage
Providing close-in air defense for maneuver units and point targets.
Medium/Long-Range SAM Umbrella Creation
Establishing area air defense coverage with extended-range missile systems.
Radar Network Establishment
Creating an integrated radar picture through networked sensor deployment.
Early Warning System Integration
Connecting early warning assets to provide maximum reaction time.
Air Defense Artillery Positioning
Deploying gun-based air defense systems for close-in protection.