Eleven Russian missiles intercepted in two minutes: Ukrainian Air Force notes NASAMS performance
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Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:41:38 +0300
Ukraines Air Force has reported on the performance of operators using a Westernsupplied NASAMS antiaircraft missile system, detailing how 11 Russian cruise missiles were downed in a single engagement.
Source a video by Ukraines Air Force Details The third modification of the NASAMS system was one of the first transferred to Ukraine by its partners.
The first Norwegian shortrange system arrived in Ukraine in autumn 2022.
The system consists of a command post, a radar and launchers, each holding six antiaircraft guided missiles.
When Russia launches an airstrike with a large number of missiles, the radar detects these targets, operators select the launchers, fire on the targets, and report the results.
A unit featured in the video is credited with destroying more than 150 targets, primarily cruise missiles and other threats.
Quote from the systems operators We shot down 11 cruise missiles in a single antiaircraft engagement, which lasted no more than two minutes.
Russian propagandists often blame our air defence, but this is a complete lie.
If the AIM120 AMRAAM missile doesnt hit its target, it selfdestructs in the air.
It doesnt possess the same explosive power as Russian ballistic missiles.
Details The Air Force emphasises that the NASAMS antiaircraft missile system is designed to target aerodynamic threats such as aircraft, helicopters, cruise missiles of various modifications, and drones.
The system is not equipped to engage ballistic targets, as the NASAMS radar cannot detect them, and the AIM120 AMRAAM missile cannot intercept them.
The Air Force hopes its partners will continue supplying missiles for the NASAMS system, as their stockpiles are crucial for saving lives, protecting cities and ensuring a peaceful life in Ukraine.
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