#Counter-insurgency aircraft

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AC-130 Gunship’s Laser Weapon Cancelled, 105mm Howitzer May Be Removed

The AC-130J was set to get the first operational airborne laser weapon, but that plan is over as the gunship changes to ensure its relevance.

Joseph TrevithickPUBLISHED Mar 19, 2024 1:56 PM EDT

The US Air Force no longer plans to flight test a laser directed energy weapon on an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship.

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The U.S. Air Force has scrapped plans to flight test an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship armed with a laser directed energy weapon after years of delays. The Airborne High Energy Laser program for the AC-130J had for a time looked set to become the U.S. military's first operational aerial laser directed weapon. This all also comes amid a review of the AC-130J's current and future planned capabilities, which could see the gunships lose their 105mm howitzers, as part of a broader shift away from counter-insurgency operations to planning for a high-end fight.

Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) confirmed that there are no longer plans to test the prototype Airborne High Energy Laser (AHEL) system on an AC-130J and provided other details about the current state of the program to The War Zone earlier today.

"After accomplishing significant end-to-end high power operation in an open-air ground test, the AHEL solid state laser system experienced technical challenges," an AFSOC spokesperson said in a statement. "These challenges delayed integration onto [the] designated AC-130J Block 20 aircraft past the available integration and flight test window."

One past US Air Force rendering of an AC-130 with a laser directed energy weapon. USAF

The original hope was flight testing of an AC-130J with the AHEL system would take place sometime in the 2021 Fiscal Year, but this schedule was repeatedly pushed back. In November 2023, AFSOC told The War Zone that a laser-armed Ghostrider was set to take to the skies in January of this year, something that clearly did not occur.

Lockheed Martin received the initial contract in 2019 to supply the AHEL's laser source for the system and lead the effort to integrate the system onto an AC-130J. The complete AHEL system also includes a beam director and other components.

A now-dated US Special Operations Command briefing slide discussing the AHEL program and the components of the weapon system itself. SOCOM

"As a result, the program was re-focused on ground testing to improve operations and reliability to posture for a successful hand off for use by other agencies," the statement added.

This is all further confirmed by the Pentagon's 2025 Fiscal Year budget request, which was rolled out last week, and does not ask for any new funding for AHEL. Official budget documents say this is because the program is expected to close out in the 2024 Fiscal Year.

What "other agencies" might now be in line to benefit from the AHEL program's work and the exact status of the 60-kilowatt class laser directed energy weapon system developed under the program are unclear. AFSOC directed further questions to U.S. Special Operations Command, which The War Zone has now reached out to for more information.

The U.S. Navy's Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWC Dahlgren) had already been deeply involved in the AHEL program. The Navy has been very active in the development and fielding of various types of shipboard directed energy weapons, including another 60-kilowatt class laser directed energy weapon called the High-Energy Laser with Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance, or HELIOS. Lockheed Martin is also the prime contractor for that system.

The US Navy's Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS Preble pierside in San Diego in July 2022. The ship's HELIOS directed energy weapon system can be seen on a platform immediately in front of the main superstructure. USN

The U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps have also been working to develop and field different types of air and ground-based directed energy weapons.

The Air Force has been working on at least one other aerial laser directed energy weapon in recent years, under the Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Self-protect High Energy Laser Demonstrator (SHiELD) program. The SHiELD effort was centered around a podded system for tactical jets ostensibly intended to help defend against incoming missiles, though it would have the ability to engage other target sets. In the past, the stated goal was to begin flight testing of the SHiELD pod in 2025, but its current status is unclear.

A rendering of a US Air Force F-16C Viper fighter with a podded laser directed energy weapon. Lockheed Martin

The Air Force is pursuing other directed energy weapon programs, including for base defense use on the ground. Additional work is understood to be going on in the classified realm, including efforts tied to the larger Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) initiative.

For the Air Force's current fleet of 30 AC-130Js, the end of the AHEL program comes amid larger questions about the future of Ghostrider's armament package and other current and future capabilities. There are growing signs that the Ghostriders are set to lose their 105mm howitzers as part of this reassessment of the aircraft's capabilities.

"Initiate engineering analysis and development to remove the aft weapon system (105mm Gun), refit the aft section, and optimize crew workload in support of the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) crew reduction initiatives," is the plan for the AC-130Js in the 2024 Fiscal Year, according to the Pentagon's latest budget request. The War Zone has reached out to AFSOC for further clarification.

The Air Force originally planned not to include a 105mm howitzer in the armament package for the AC-130J, which was originally focused more on the employment of precision-guided missiles and bombs than guns at all. The service subsequently changed course and had more recently been in the process of integrating improved howitzers onto the Ghostriders. That work came to a halt last year after the start of the capability review. As of last November, only 17 of the 30 AC-130Js had gotten this upgrade.

AFSOC has been taking this new look at the Ghostrider's current and future planned capabilities in large part due to discussions about how AC-130Js might contribute to future high-end conflicts, especially one in the Pacific against China. AC-130Js, which are today primarily tasked with providing very close support to special operations forces on the ground, currently operate almost exclusively in permissive and semi-permissive environments and at night.

AHEL has been presented in the past as being ideally suited to supporting lower-intensity counter-insurgency-type missions.

"Without the slightest bang, whoosh, thump, explosion, or even aircraft engine hum, four key targets [an electrical transformer, the engine of a pick-up truck, communication equipment, and a parked drone,] are permanently disabled," now-retired Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, then head of AFSOC, said in a 2017 interview with National Defense magazine, describing a notional mission for a laser-armed AC-130. "The enemy has no communications, no escape vehicle, no electrical power, and no retaliatory intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capability. Minutes later, the team emerges from the compound, terrorist mastermind in hand. A successful raid."

In line with all this, the Air Force is also looking to add a new active electronically-scanned array (AESA) radar to these gunships, "allowing the platform to detect, target, identify, and engage across a spectrum of threats at longer ranges and react with greater precision," according to Pentagon budget documents. You can read more about the benefits of adding an AESA to the AC-130J here.

Other specialized C-130 variants belonging to AFSOC have been heavily involved in the testing of a palletized weapon system called Rapid Dragon. Rapid Dragon offers a way to readily transform existing cargo aircraft into launch platforms for AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) cruise missiles and other stand-off munitions. SOCOM has previously expressed interest in the past in integrating precision-guided munitions with longer reach onto the AC-130, in part to help keep those aircraft away from increasingly capable enemy air defenses. A return to a focus on precision-guided munition employment when it comes to the Ghostriders could be important for ensuring their continued operational relevance.

Altogether, the exact mix of capabilities found on the AC-130Js looks set to significantly evolve in the near term. However, a laser directed energy weapon is no longer on the horizon for the Ghostriders.

Howard Altman contributed to this story.

Contact the author: joe@twz.com

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P-Man E model (System-11 Developed, post revolution, export model, in turn derived from the 'Man D, which is the backbone of their current - functional - military) Set up as a river patrol unit for Könist Hydropower, an unimaginatively named company controlling the entirety of the Könist river, and most of the shipping centres of the number of the towns and cities situated next to it.

With the rise of smugglers and pirates, Könist Hydropower set up a paramilitary division of patrol boats, amphibious mechs and counter-insurgency aircraft to monitor and police the waterway. Initially they used a pair of revolutionary era submersible mechs for the mech group, however their size, hard to obtain replacement parts and general unwieldiness led to them being sold off and replaced with more modern 'Man Es.

While patrol boats do the bulk of the work, mechs are used as an extra bit of intimidation, as well as knocking out hideouts in the thick woodlands surrounding parts of the river. The amphibious nature of the 'mechs, alongside their ability to cross poor terrain makes them well suited to tasks such as this, and smugglers often lack the calibre to take out mechs like these.

Loadout consists of detachable leg floats for high speed river traversal, a harpoon cannon to apprehend fleeing vessels, a wrist mounted machine-gun for antipersonnel duties and a large pulse gun nestled in the right arm. The pulse gun's main goal is disrupting electronics, however the power output lets it inflict horrendous burns upon anything biological caught in its beam. The head unit is also a specialised model, full of sensors to better detect contraband and hidden camps.

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It’s been a year and a half. This has languished in my drafts for months, segments getting finished… then forgotten, then another rush hitting… then waning… but now it’s finally done. Some of the foresight having waited so long it became a regular sight… but I am no less confident in its excellence.  Here it is My next great assessment in my near future… what does Call of Duty call it? Advanced Warfare series. In Vol. 1 of The Antagonist’s Tech Tree: The Dream of the Motorcycle Warlord we took a deep dive through the advantages and disadvantages of Motorcycles in combat and came to an interesting conclusion.

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This leads to an interesting implication: Whereas for the US military motorcycles are a legacy technology, held onto in limited numbers for very niche applications, in other forces with different philosophies they are a core and expanding technology. This leads to an interesting avenue of discussion: Which other technologies are like this? Which other mere curiosities or non-military tools become essential pieces of kit with a change in doctrine or philosophical alignment?

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The Great Toyota War of 1987 was the final phase of the Chadian-Libyan conflict. Gadhafi’s Libyan forces by all rights should have dominated the vast stretches of desert being fought over: the Chadian military was less than a 3rd the size of the Libyan, and the Libyans were vastly better equipped fielding hundreds of tanks and armored personnel carriers, in addition to dozens of aircrafts… to counter this the Chadians did something unique… They mounted the odds and ends heavy weapons systems they had in the truck beds of their Toyota pickups, and using the speed and maneuverability of the Toyotas, managed to outperform Libya’s surplus tanks and armored vehicles. By the end of the Chadian assault to retake their northern territory, the Libyans had suffered 7500 casualties to the Chadians 1000, with the Libyan defeat compounded by the loss of 800 armored vehicles, and close to 30 aircraft captured or destroyed. The maneuverability and speed of the pickups made them incredibly hard to hit, and the tanks in particular struggled to get a sight picture… strafing within a certain range the pickups moved faster across the horizon than the old soviet tanks’ main gun could be hand cranked around to shoot them. Since then Technology has become the backbone of insurgencies, militias, poorer militaries, and criminal cartels around the world. The ready availability of civilian pickups, with the ability of amateur mechanics to mount almost any weapon system in their truck-bed means that this incredibly simple system is about the most cost-effective and easy way for a small force to make the jump to mounted combat and heavy weapon.

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The remarkable thing about the technical isn’t that they’re some unique capability militaries can’t use… most poorer countries field something equivalent (the Libyans seemed to have screwed up the unit composition of their force)… Rather the unique advantage is how easy and cheap they are for non-conventional or poorer forces to home assemble.

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This combination of mobility, resemblance to civilian vehicles, and ability to deploy heavy weapons was used to devastating effect by the Islamic State during the 2014 Fall of Mosul. Striking quickly while Iraqi national tanks were deployed elsewhere the small Islamic force entered the city at 2:30 am, striking in small convoys that overwhelmed checkpoints with their firepower, executing and torturing captured Iraqi soldiers and targeted enemies as they went. Even after taking into account desertions and “ghost soldiers” (fake soldiers meant to pad unit numbers so corrupt officials could collect their pay) which significantly reduced the 30,000 Iraqi army and 30,000 police within the city… Even after allowing for all that, the Iraqi national forces still outnumbered the 800-1500 ISIS fighters at a rate of 15 to 1.  YET ISIS was able to achieve a total victory and take the whole of the city within 6 days.  2 years later it would take the Iraqi government with American backing 9 months to retake it.

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BEIRUT, Oct 31 (Reuters) - With dozens of Hezbollah fighters killed in three weeks of border clashes with Israel, the Lebanese group is working to stem its losses as it prepares for the possibility of a drawn-out conflict, three sources familiar with its thinking said.

The Iran-backed group has lost 47 fighters to Israeli strikes at Lebanon's frontier since its Palestinian ally Hamas and Israel went to war on Oct. 7 - about a fifth of the number killed in a full-scale war between Hezbollah and Israel in 2006.

With most of its fighters killed in Israeli drone strikes, Hezbollah has unveiled its surface-to-air missile capability for the first time, declaring on Sunday it downed an Israeli drone. The missiles are part of an increasingly potent arsenal.

The Israeli military has not commented on Sunday's reported drone incident. But Israel said on Saturday it had stopped a surface-to-air missile fired from Lebanon at one of its drones and that it responded by striking the launch site.

One of the sources familiar with Hezbollah's thinking told Reuters that the use of anti-aircraft missiles was one of several steps taken by the Shi'ite Muslim group to curb its losses and counter Israeli drones, which have picked off its fighters in the rocky terrain and olive groves along the border.

Hezbollah had made "arrangements to reduce the number of martyrs", the source said, without offering further details.

Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah is due to deliver a speech on Friday, in what will be his first address since the Israel-Hamas war erupted.

Since the Gaza conflict flared, Hezbollah's attacks have been calibrated to contain clashes to the border zone, even as it has indicated a readiness for all-out war if necessary, sources familiar with its thinking say.

Israel, which is waging a war in the Gaza Strip that it says aims to destroy Hamas, has said it has no interest in a conflict on its northern frontier with Lebanon, where it has said so far that seven of its soldiers have been killed.

"I hope we will be able to keep the quiet on this front," Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant told a briefing, adding that he believed Israel's strong defence forces and their actions in Gaza had deterred Hezbollah till now.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Israel would unleash devastation on Lebanon if a war did start.

FORMIDABLE FORCE

Hezbollah, the most formidable Iranian ally in Tehran's "Axis of Resistance", has long said it has expanded its arsenal since 2006 and warned Israel that its forces pose a more potent threat than before. It says its armoury now includes drones and rockets that can hit all parts of Israel.

In border clashes since Oct. 7, Hamas, which also has operatives in Lebanon, and a Lebanese Sunni Islamist faction Jama'a Islamiya have both fired rockets from southern Lebanon into Israel.

Hezbollah itself has refrained from firing rockets, such as unguided Katyushas and others that can fly deep into Israeli territory, a step that could prompt an escalation.

Instead, its fighters have been firing at visible targets across the frontier with Israel, using weapons such as guided anti-tank Kornet missiles, a weapon the group used extensively in 2006, the three sources said.

Hezbollah's television channel, Al-Manar, has regularly replayed footage from the latest clashes showing what it says are strikes on Israeli military installations and positions visible across the border.

While Hezbollah's tactics so far have helped contain the conflict, the attacks mean its fighters need to be close to the frontier, which makes them more vulnerable to Israel's military.

The sources said some fighters had also underestimated the drone threat after years of combat in Syria where they had fought insurgent groups with nothing like the Israeli military's hardware. Hezbollah played a decisive role in helping President Bashar al-Assad beat back Syrian insurgents.

"The technical superiority of the Israeli drones is making Hezbollah pay the price of this number of fighters," Nabil Boumonsef, deputy editor-in-chief at Lebanon's Annahar newspaper, said, in reference to Hezbollah's hefty death toll.

CONFLICT CONTAINED SO FAR

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah have broadly stayed contained in a narrow band of land that runs along the border, generally staying within three to four kms of the frontier.

However, Israeli shelling has expanded in recent days, according to security sources in Lebanon. They said this included a strike on Saturday on Jabal Safi, a mountainous area that lies about 25 km (15 miles) from the border.

The Israeli army did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the Jabal Safi strike. Hezbollah has not commented on the reports of that strike either. The Israeli army has said it has been responding to sources of fire in Lebanon.

Hezbollah lost 263 fighters in the 2006 war, when Israel hit sites all over Lebanon during a more than month-long conflict. The war erupted after Hezbollah launched a raid into Israel and kidnapped two Israeli soldiers.

The Hezbollah death toll of 47 this time, in such a relatively contained conflict, has shocked the group's supporters. The group's al-Manar television has broadcast daily funerals of fallen fighters being buried with military honours, their coffins covered in the group's yellow and green flag.

Hezbollah released a handwritten letter from its leader Nasrallah to media last week, saying the fallen fighters should be called "martyrs on the road to Jerusalem".

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Modern Warfare® Campaign: Biographies of the Story’s Major Players.

Part 2 (1 of 2): Alex “Echo 3-1”

October 01, 2019 by Call of Duty Staff

Alex – Aka “Echo 3-1”

Operations Officer, Special Activities Division (SAD), CIA

Alex, call sign Echo 3-1, is an operations officer in the CIA's Special Activities Division, responsible for high-threat covert missions. Alex doesn’t typically carry papers, weapons or military uniforms that would overtly associate him with the U.S. government. Alex leads small teams, trained to infiltrate enemy lines and survive inhospitable conditions in hostile locations. The tools of his trade are laptops, light machine guns, sat-phones, and rocket-equipped combat drones. Alex must often engage in unsavory activities, from which the special forces of the army, navy and air force are barred, for legal or political reasons. Alex’s mission profiles include counter-insurgency, special reconnaissance, counterterrorism, information warfare and anti-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction.

Surrendering his former rank and history of special ops military service with Army Delta, Alex sacrificed traditional contact and association with family to join the SAD. He has spent the last six years living a series of assumed identities to achieve “sensitive” objectives wherever he is needed. Once tasked, he often operates autonomously, training, advising and arming allies to act as interpreters, pathfinders and soldiers.

At times, Alex’s strongest argument is a suitcase full of cash, his cultural knowledge and his language skills. Specializing in human intel, Alex works directly with real eyes and ears on the ground through direct contact with residential armies. Although denied, Alex’s team, along with host nation forces, plans and executes acts of sabotage against enemy targets.

Without ready access to cargo ships and larger scale equipment, Alex adapts, commandeering helicopters and captured Soviet-era aircraft, or local fighters. Through 2017, Alex’s units played a key role in ensuring definitive victories against emerging terrorist networks. SAD’s top-secret commandos are permitted to execute missions against enemies of the state, without consulting the Pentagon or White House. This duty was granted through presidential decree, enacted to allow for the killing of terrorists. Over his career, Echo 3-1 has been involved in multiple actions to assassinate enemy leadership.

Alex values direct contact with local militias where he can track both allied and enemy intentions to help advise appropriate action. Alex is deeply committed to his work, and departmental profiles highlight his empathy as both an operational advantage and a matter of potential concern for operational fitness.

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My first "expensive" purchase in the GTA world was this Insurgent, back in 2015, because I loved huge armored vehicles. Explosives weren't quite as prevalent in the game world yet, but it was still nice to have the added protection from Kuruma nutjobs while repping the Saints.

After the release of the SUV Insurgent and the Pegasus Gunsurgent, there was an outcry for a pick-up Insurgent without a gun. Those prayers were unintentionally answered in the form of the Insurgent Pick-up Custom, which had a glitch to remove the gun turret from the roof, turning it into a harmless-looking armored truck. However, the turret itself still worked, resulting in the gunner angrily shaking their fists while bullets spewed from the truck's grille. Discrepancies with the crosshair made it difficult to hit anything more than 200 yards away.

The Anti-Aircraft Trailer always arrived with its faithful Sadler companion. Lots of people slept on the AA Trailer, not knowing that the flak turret was incredibly strong and could down even an Avenger in two direct hits. Hooking this thing to the back of a Nightshark or an Insurgent made for a fast and dangerous doom train. The downside was that, once again, it was kneecapped by the developers' poor decision to make the trailer take the slot of your personal vehicle, meaning that you couldn't tow it with any of your cool armored vehicles and were entirely dependent on having a friend who owned something that could tow it unless you wanted to hurt that poor Sadler.

From the minds of mortal men, the mightiest of machines: Phantom Custom. Or, as our enemies liked to call it, the "god mode truck". The single most heavily-armored vehicle in the entire game is this unassuming big rig, able to soak up almost 70 homing missiles before giving up the ghost. This truck cab turned the tide of many, many battles against stubborn shitters and was a cornerstone of crew fights, having no weapons of its own but being unable to be ignored. Hundreds of hapless griefers would pour ammunition into its completely impervious backside, standing perfectly still for a single revolver shot. Even tanks weren't safe, as it was easy to take one down by strapping a load of stickies to the front and ramming it at full speed, armoring through the explosion like the mango Sentinel. The saddest part is that the counter to the Phantom Custom was as simple as getting in a plain old car and shooting the driver through the windshield, but none of these knuckleheads would ever dare risk their precious KDR by getting out of their shitter toys. They'd just keep bashing their heads against the wall and then cry that it was hacks. Some people never learn.

They may as well have called the Avenger the B-17, because it was a flying fortress. A fully-crewed Avenger was legitimately terrifying and could retake control of an entire session all by itself. If the gunners knew how to use thermals, they could keep griefers locked down so hard that they wouldn't even be able to respawn. If the Hunter was the Valkyrie's big brother, then the Avenger was Mom and Dad getting up off of the couch. But to me, the real fun of the Avenger was flying it solo. Unlike most aircraft, the Avenger had a significant amount of armor, and it was so huge that it could "joust" other aircraft and utterly destroy them by body checking them. At worst it would lose an aileron or two, and then it could just go nto VTOL mode and land gently. For a while I had a good collection going of hostile aircraft getting clotheslined into oblivion by my Avenger, but that ship has sailed. The other trick up the Avenger's sleeve was being able to airdrop vehicles from two miles up. It was a laugh riot to load an Insurgent into the vehicle bay, pile eight friends and myself into it, and Operation Dumbo Drop that sucker onto the aircraft carrier. For such a big aircraft, the Avenger was able to fit in absolutely anywhere.

The Terrorbyte was the developers' answer to players who wanted a luxury camper, because they're incapable of adding any sort of "comfy" vehicle or property without turning it into some kind of secret war machine undercover base thing reminiscent of a transforming action figure playset. The Terrorbyte was nice as a mobile wardrobe and ammo refill station, and it came in handy as a roadblock in a few missions, but that was the extent of its usefulness. You couldn't even load a regular motorcycle in the back, even if you glitched one into the bay. I would have taken this thing everywhere if I could have put a dirt bike inside it.

The Oppressor Mk II needs no introduction. This is the vehicle that heralded the downfall of the entire game. What could be more balanced than a vehicle that's the size of a motorcycle, can fly, can hover, can rocket boost, can shoot dozens of missiles that can't be dodged, can block incoming missiles, can be spawned next to you instantly with no cooldown, can refill your health and double your defense, and can't be fallen off of? This cancerbike irreparably ruined public sessions and PVP to the point where the meta forced all other vehicles into two categories: those that could stand up to it, and those that couldn't. "Counters" to the memebike were just things that didn't instantly die to it or had more armor than its load of missiles could penetrate. It was like Akuma from Super Turbo in that it was so broken that the only counter to it was itself. That was the only reason I even owned one. People everywhere hated it, and the devs took years beating around the bush, giving it tiny "nerfs" that did nothing to address the problem, until numbers started dropping and they finally changed a number in the game's code to make the missiles less accurate, but the damage was already done. What the Oppressor Mk II really killed wasn't combat and PVP, but grinding and PVE. Innumerable calls for it to be removed from the game were shouted down with "but my grinding!" because it absolutely trivialized almost every mission in the game. You could play GTA without ever actually looking at the game, only the radar. Get on the rocking horse, hold forward until you reach the yellow dot, press the button until all the red dots are gone, hold forward until you reach the other yellow dot, watch green number go up. That was what the entire game had been reduced to. With the Mk II, every mission became a class of Harry Potter students flying their broomsticks to the magic castle and finishing the mission as fast as possible, and even one person speedrunning the objective would leave nothing left to do for the people who wanted to actually enjoy their cars and guns, unless everyone agreed beforehand not to use their memebike. Be it in peacetime or wartime, all it took was one meta slave to ruin everyone else's fun.

One of the game's answers to the prevalence of the memebike was to simply build a better mousetrap. Much like the Stromberg was the natural predator of the Oppressor, the Toreador here was made to fight the Oppressor Mk II. It combined the armor and aquatic capabilities of the Stromberg with the rocket boost and stealth icon of the Vigilante. Its effectiveness against its seemingly intended target was debatable, but it proved to be an effective vehicle in PVP nonetheless. I personally didn't care much for it, because the glass cabin offered no protection from NPC bullet spam and passengers were unable to use drive-by weapons, but I still owned one because it was a fun car to jump around in and wasn't allergic to water like the Scramjet. It also had this rare livery hidden its files, unavailable to anyone except GTA+ subscribers and people with knowledge of merge glitches. Ironically, despite the war camouflage motif, my Toreador never saw actual combat wearing it as most of us were already on our way out by then.

The Speedo Custom was good for delivering cargo as well as delivering death. This boxy buddy came free with the purchase of any nightclub to make dropoffs for it, and many people used it only for that purpose, not knowing how vicious the turret on its roof could be. It didn't have much armor, but in urban firefights it could poke its stubby little nose out from around a corner and snipe hostiles from well beyond minigun range. I had so much fun with this thing that I used to give crewmates a sales pitch along the lines of "buy this van and get a free nightclub".

For deliveries above the 90-unit cutoff, the Pounder Custom came out to play. It was forced to play a more blue-collar role compared to its smaller sibling, because installing the rocket turrets on it would cause it to get hung up on overhangs like that 11-foot-8 bridge. It did its job, it did it well, and most importantly, it saved a lot of people from buying the Mule Custom.

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Events 11.3 (before 1960)

361 – Emperor Constantius II dies of a fever at Mopsuestia in Cilicia; on his deathbed he is baptised and declares his cousin Julian rightful successor. 1333 – The River Arno floods causing massive damage in Florence as recorded by the Florentine chronicler Giovanni Villani. 1468 – Liège is sacked by Charles I of Burgundy's troops. 1492 – Peace of Etaples between Henry VII of England and Charles VIII of France. 1493 – Christopher Columbus first sights the island of Dominica in the Caribbean Sea. 1534 – English Parliament passes the first Act of Supremacy, making King Henry VIII head of the Anglican Church, supplanting the pope and the Roman Catholic Church. 1783 – The American Continental Army is disbanded. 1793 – French playwright, journalist and feminist Olympe de Gouges is guillotined. 1812 – Napoleon's armies are defeated at the Battle of Vyazma. 1817 – The Bank of Montreal, Canada's oldest chartered bank, opens in Montreal. 1838 – The Times of India, the world's largest circulated English language daily broadsheet newspaper is founded as The Bombay Times and Journal of Commerce. 1848 – A greatly revised Dutch constitution, which transfers much authority from the king to his parliament and ministers, is proclaimed. 1867 – Giuseppe Garibaldi and his followers are defeated in the Battle of Mentana and fail to end the Pope's Temporal power in Rome (it would be achieved three years later). 1868 – John Willis Menard (R-LA) was the first African American elected to the United States Congress. Because of an electoral challenge, he was never seated. 1881 – The Mapuche uprising of 1881 begins in Chile. 1898 – France withdraws its troops from Fashoda (now in Sudan), ending the Fashoda Incident. 1903 – With the encouragement of the United States, Panama separates from Colombia. 1908 – William Howard Taft is elected the 27th President of the United States. 1911 – Chevrolet officially enters the automobile market in competition with the Ford Model T. 1918 – The German Revolution of 1918–19 begins when 40,000 sailors take over the port in Kiel. 1920 – Russian Civil War: The Russian Army retreats to Crimea, after a successful offensive by the Red Army and Revolutionary Insurgent Army of Ukraine. 1929 – The Gwangju Student Independence Movement occurred. 1930 – Getúlio Vargas becomes Head of the Provisional Government in Brazil after a bloodless coup on October 24. 1932 – Panagis Tsaldaris becomes the 142nd Prime Minister of Greece. 1935 – George II of Greece regains his throne through a popular, though possibly fixed, plebiscite. 1936 – Franklin D. Roosevelt is elected the 32nd President of the United States. 1942 – World War II: The Koli Point action begins during the Guadalcanal Campaign and ends on November 12. 1943 – World War II: Five hundred aircraft of the U.S. 8th Air Force devastate Wilhelmshaven harbor in Germany. 1944 – World War II: Two supreme commanders of the Slovak National Uprising, Generals Ján Golian and Rudolf Viest, are captured, tortured and later executed by German forces. 1946 – The Constitution of Japan is adopted through Emperor's assent. 1949 – Chinese Civil War: The Battle of Dengbu Island occurs. 1950 – Air India Flight 245 crashes into Mont Blanc, while on approach to Geneva Airport, killing all 48 people on board. 1956 – Suez Crisis: The Khan Yunis killings by the Israel Defense Forces in Egyptian-controlled Gaza result in the deaths of 275 Palestinians. 1956 – Hungarian Revolution: A new Hungarian government is formed, in which many members of banned non-Communist parties participate. János Kádár and Ferenc Münnich form a counter-government in Moscow as Soviet troops prepare for the final assault. 1957 – Sputnik program: The Soviet Union launches Sputnik 2. On board is the first animal to enter orbit, a dog named Laika.

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The Global Airborne ISR Market: Trends, Technologies, and Future Outlook

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Introduction: The Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) market has seen unprecedented growth over the past decade, driven by the demand for real-time, actionable intelligence to support military operations and national security objectives. From monitoring adversary movements to assessing battlefield conditions, airborne ISR platforms provide a critical advantage in decision-making, targeting, and threat assessment.

1. What is Airborne ISR?

Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance refer to the use of aircraft, drones, or other airborne platforms to collect, process, and disseminate information for intelligence purposes. ISR missions are integral to modern military operations, as they provide real-time data on enemy movements, detect potential threats, and help optimize operational responses.

Airborne ISR platforms can include:

Manned Aircraft: Fighter jets, bombers, and specialized ISR planes like the Boeing RC-135 or the E-8 JSTARS.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs): Drones like the MQ-9 Reaper, Global Hawk, and Predator that offer extended operational durations and high-altitude surveillance.

Satellites: In combination with airborne platforms, satellites play a key role in ISR operations for broader, long-term monitoring.

2. Key Segments of the Airborne ISR Market

The global airborne ISR market can be divided into the following major segments based on platform and application:

a) Platform Types

Manned ISR Aircraft: Traditional aircraft equipped with high-tech sensors and communications gear to conduct surveillance missions.

Unmanned ISR Systems (Drones): Offering endurance and cost-efficiency, UAVs are the fastest-growing segment of the ISR market.

Sensors & Payloads: Advanced sensor technologies, such as radar, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems, and electronic warfare (EW) suites, that enable data collection.

b) ISR Applications

Defense & Military: The primary application of ISR, supporting military missions like border patrol, threat detection, counterterrorism, and target acquisition.

Civilian & Law Enforcement: Growing use of ISR platforms in disaster response, search and rescue (SAR), and environmental monitoring.

Homeland Security: Used for surveillance of critical infrastructure, counter-drug operations, and monitoring illegal activity across borders.

3. Market Drivers and Growth Factors

Several factors are fueling the rapid growth of the global airborne ISR market:

a) Increasing Geopolitical Tensions

The rise of geopolitical conflicts, especially in regions like the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Eastern Europe, has increased demand for ISR capabilities. Nations are expanding their airborne ISR fleets to gain intelligence on adversary movements, potential threats, and counterintelligence efforts.

b) Focus on Modern Warfare

The shift towards asymmetric warfare, counter-insurgency operations, and the rise of irregular combat strategies has placed ISR at the forefront of modern military planning. ISR data is crucial for operations in complex urban environments or against non-state actors like terrorist groups.

c) Technological Advancements in UAVs

Unmanned systems are revolutionizing airborne ISR. The development of high-altitude, long-endurance (HALE) and medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) UAVs allows for 24/7 surveillance in conflict zones. UAVs are preferred due to their cost-effectiveness, versatility, and ability to operate in environments where manned aircraft may not be viable.

d) Data Fusion and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The exponential growth of ISR data is creating a need for advanced processing and analysis tools. AI and machine learning are now being integrated to analyze large volumes of ISR data, automate threat detection, and provide actionable intelligence in real time.

4. Technologies Shaping the Future of Airborne ISR

a) Advanced Sensor Technologies

Next-generation sensors such as hyperspectral imaging, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), and multispectral cameras are enhancing the ability to collect intelligence. These sensors are capable of capturing high-resolution images in any weather condition, day or night, and detecting hidden or camouflaged threats.

b) Real-Time Data Processing & Dissemination

Real-time data analysis is essential for ISR missions. With the help of cloud computing, big data analytics, and edge computing, ISR data can now be processed and disseminated almost instantly. This ensures that decision-makers have up-to-date intelligence to act upon.

c) AI and Automation in ISR

AI-powered algorithms are enabling the automation of data collection, sorting, and interpretation. AI can detect patterns in ISR data that would be difficult for humans to identify. Additionally, automated ISR systems can prioritize threats and make decisions autonomously during missions.

d) Cyber and Electronic Warfare Integration

Modern airborne ISR platforms are increasingly being integrated with cyber and electronic warfare capabilities. These systems can intercept and analyze enemy communications, disrupt adversary sensors, and even launch cyberattacks, providing a holistic ISR and combat capability.

5. Key Global Players in the Airborne ISR Market

Several defense contractors and technology companies are driving innovations in the airborne ISR space. Some of the major global players include:

Northrop Grumman (U.S.): A leader in UAV-based ISR with platforms like the Global Hawk and MQ-4C Triton.

Lockheed Martin (U.S.): Known for its advanced ISR sensors and the U-2 Dragon Lady ISR aircraft.

General Atomics (U.S.): A major player in the UAV market with its Predator and Reaper drones widely used for ISR missions.

Thales Group (France): Provides advanced sensor solutions and data processing technologies for ISR platforms.

Israel Aerospace Industries (Israel): A leader in UAV technology, particularly in producing long-endurance drones for ISR applications.

6. Regional Insights and Market Share

a) North America

The North American market, particularly the United States, dominates the airborne ISR sector due to its massive defense budget and continuous military operations worldwide. The U.S. is heavily invested in maintaining ISR superiority, particularly in regions like the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific.

b) Europe

European nations, driven by concerns over Russian aggression and the rise of terrorism, are expanding their airborne ISR capabilities. NATO members are collaborating on joint ISR initiatives, particularly in the development of UAVs and advanced sensors.

c) Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to experience significant growth in the airborne ISR market, with countries like China, India, and Japan increasing their defense budgets to counter regional threats. Territorial disputes and rising military power in China are spurring investments in ISR technologies.

d) Middle East & Africa

The Middle East is a rapidly growing market for ISR systems due to ongoing conflicts and regional instability. Countries like Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are heavily investing in airborne ISR to bolster their intelligence-gathering capabilities.

7. Challenges and Market Constraints

While the global airborne ISR market is set to grow, there are several challenges that could impede its progress:

High Costs: Developing and maintaining ISR systems, particularly advanced UAVs and manned platforms, is expensive, which can limit procurement for smaller nations.

Data Overload: The vast amount of data collected by ISR systems can overwhelm intelligence analysts and systems, making it difficult to extract actionable intelligence in time.

Cybersecurity Threats: As ISR systems become more networked, they are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, posing a significant security challenge.

Conclusion:

The global airborne ISR market is on a trajectory of growth as nations around the world invest in enhancing their intelligence-gathering capabilities. With technological advancements in UAVs, AI, sensors, and data processing, ISR systems are becoming more efficient and capable than ever before. The increasing integration of cyber and electronic warfare with ISR platforms points to a future where intelligence operations are more automated, precise, and effective in both military and civilian applications.

As the threat landscape evolves, so too will the need for advanced ISR solutions, ensuring that airborne intelligence remains a cornerstone of national security strategies worldwide. https://aviationanddefensemarketreports.com/product/global-airborne-isr-market/

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The Manned Anti-Tank Guided Missile System Market is projected to grow from USD 362.7 million in 2023 to an estimated USD 496.38 million by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.00% from 2024 to 2032. The global manned Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) system market is an integral part of the defense sector, evolving as a critical tool in modern warfare. ATGMs are designed to defeat heavily armored vehicles, fortifications, and in some cases, low-flying aircraft. The manned systems, which are operated directly by personnel, are crucial in ground-based warfare where flexibility, mobility, and precision are essential. This article explores the current state of the market, factors driving its growth, technological innovations, and challenges faced by industry players.

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Market Growth and Drivers

The manned ATGM system market has experienced consistent growth over the last decade due to rising geopolitical tensions, increasing defense budgets, and the need for advanced battlefield technologies. Governments across the globe, particularly in regions like the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, are ramping up defense spending to counter modern threats such as insurgency, terrorism, and armored warfare. These factors, combined with the demand for modernized military hardware, are driving the procurement of manned ATGMs.

1. Increased Defense Budgets In regions like the U.S., China, Russia, and India, rising defense budgets have propelled the acquisition of modern manned ATGM systems. For example, the United States' focus on modernizing its military infrastructure has significantly boosted the demand for advanced missile systems. Similarly, India’s geopolitical stance and border tensions have pushed it to invest heavily in anti-tank capabilities, primarily through indigenously developed systems like the Nag missile.

2. Geopolitical Tensions and Conflicts Conflict zones in the Middle East, ongoing tensions in Eastern Europe, and border skirmishes in Asia have contributed to an uptick in demand for ATGMs. These missile systems are vital in anti-tank warfare, allowing smaller military forces to counter more powerful, armored forces effectively. The Ukraine-Russia conflict, for example, has underscored the value of portable anti-tank systems, leading to heightened interest in missile technologies in that region.

3. Technological Advancements ATGMs have evolved significantly in terms of range, accuracy, and lethality. Recent advancements include fire-and-forget technologies, top-attack profiles, improved guidance systems, and enhanced penetration capabilities, making these systems even more formidable. Modern manned ATGMs like the Javelin (U.S.) and Kornet (Russia) exemplify cutting-edge technology in this sector, offering higher hit probabilities and adaptability in various combat environments.

Challenges Facing the Market

Despite the robust growth prospects, the manned ATGM system market faces several challenges. The high cost of advanced missile systems is a significant barrier, especially for developing countries with constrained defense budgets. Additionally, integrating ATGMs into existing military frameworks can be complex, requiring extensive training and logistics support.

Moreover, while manned ATGMs are critical in many combat scenarios, there is growing interest in autonomous and unmanned missile systems, which could eventually reduce the market share of manned platforms. These unmanned systems offer increased flexibility and lower risk to human operators, making them an attractive alternative for future warfare.

Key players

BAE Systems

Denel Dynamics

Elbit Systems Ltd

General Dynamics Corporation

KBP Instrument Design Bureau

Lockheed Martin Corporation

MBDA

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

Raytheon Company

ROKETSAN A.S.

Saab AB

Thales Group

Northrop Grumman

Hensoldt

Leonardo S.p.A.

Segments

Based on Missile Type

Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided (TOW)

Missile Moyenne Portée (MMP)

Javelin

FGM-148 Javelin

Others

Based on Firing Platform

Vehicle-Mounted

Man-Portable

Based on End User

Military

Homeland Security

Based on Region

North America

US

Canada

Mexico

Europe

Germany

France

UK

Italy

Spain

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China

Japan

India

South Korea

South-east Asia

Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil

Argentina

Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

GCC Countries

South Africa

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U.S. Army cancels FARA program after observations on Ukraine's battlefield

The U.S. Army said it continues to learn from the battlefield, especially in Ukraine, and that air reconnaissance has changed fundamentally.

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 02/09/2024 - 10:22am Helicopters, Military

The U.S. Army decided to end its ambitious Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) program, a measure attributed to observations on the battlefield in Ukraine.

This decision, which represents one of the most notable cancellations in the recent history of the U.S. Department of Defense, comes despite an investment of at least $2 billion and an additional request of $5 billion for the next five years.

Launched in 2018 with great expectations, the FARA program aimed to revolutionize approaches to acquiring complex and expensive weapon systems. Prototypes of industry leaders Bell Textron (Bell 360 Invictus) and Sikorsky of Lockheed Martin (Raider X) were expected to take off this year, filling the gap in the armed recognition left by the retirement of the OH-58 Kiowa Warrior helicopter.

The closure of the FARA program left industry partners disappointed, with Sikorsky and Bell Textron expressing confidence in their prototypes and disappointment with the Army's decision.

On Thursday, the Army's top acquisition officers outlined a new vision for their aviation strategy, not only discontinuing the FARA program, but also dismantling their entire fleet of Shadow and Raven unmanned aircraft. The U.S. Army inventory included more than 575 Shadows and 19,000 Ravens.

Sikorsky Raider X.

Doug Bush, head of acquisitions of the Army, announced the decision to stop the deployment of the Black Hawk UH-60 utility helicopter model Victor for the Army National Guard, opting for the UH-60 model Mike, the last variant used by the active force. The acquisition of the next generation helicopter engine has also been postponed. The resources released with these decisions will be redirected to strengthen the existing Army fleet, investing in Black Hawks, the latest variant of the CH-47F Block II Chinook cargo helicopter, the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program and research and development efforts to improve unmanned aerial reconnaissance capacity.

The change from a manned helicopter to armed reconnaissance missions is rooted in the evolution of the war scenario, influenced by the observations of the conflict in Ukraine. In a statement, the Chief of Staff of the Army, General Randy George, said: "We are learning from the battlefield, especially in Ukraine, that air reconnaissance has fundamentally changed... Sensors and weapons mounted on a variety of unmanned systems and in space are more ubiquitous, more far-reaching and cheaper than ever."

UAS RQ-7B Shadow.

UAS RQ-11B Raven.

The U.S. Army plans to complete FARA's prototyping activities by the end of fiscal year 2024, providing service and industry with an opportunity to transfer technology development to other programs. Although specific financial details have not been disclosed, the U.S. Army intends to allocate more funds for the recognition of Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) that are capable of surviving high-level combat, including the Tactical UAS of the Future and LEs (launched efects).

The withdrawal of a part of the Shadow fleet, developed during the counter-insurgency years, and the aged Raven platform are part of the Army's broader plan to replace them with a Tactical UAS of the Future. After a competitive process, AeroVironment initially received a $8 million contract in 2022, and the Army has since reduced the selection to Textron and Griffon Aerospace, both currently building prototypes in the hope of securing an FTUAS production contract.

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Analyzing Opportunities in the Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market

Geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts, escalating threats from armored vehicles and insurgent tactics are factors driving the Global Anti-Tank Missile System market in the forecast period 2025-2029.

According to TechSci Research report, “Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market - Industry Size, Share, Trends, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2029”, the Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market stood at USD 3 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of 6.62% in the forecast period, 2025-2029. The global anti-tank missile system market has witnessed significant growth and evolution in recent years, driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions, modernization initiatives by armed forces, and technological advancements in missile technology. Anti-tank missiles serve as critical assets in modern warfare, capable of neutralizing armored vehicles with precision and effectiveness. This market encompasses a wide range of systems, including man-portable, vehicle-mounted, and helicopter-launched variants, catering to diverse operational requirements across land, sea, and air domains.

The Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market is witnessing significant segmentation across various parameters, reflecting the diverse needs and applications within the defense industry. One key segmentation criterion is the type of anti-tank missile system, which includes both Man-Portable and Vehicle-Mounted variants. Man-Portable systems are designed for individual soldiers to carry and operate, offering flexibility and mobility in various combat scenarios. On the other hand, Vehicle-Mounted systems are integrated into military vehicles, providing enhanced firepower and operational capability for mechanized units.

Another crucial segmentation aspect is based on the application of these missile systems, categorized into Homeland and Defense applications. Homeland applications involve the protection of domestic territories and critical infrastructure against potential armored threats, emphasizing border security and counter-terrorism efforts. Conversely, Defense applications focus on military operations and engagements, where anti-tank missile systems play a pivotal role in neutralizing enemy armored vehicles and fortifications on the battlefield.

Furthermore, the segmentation extends to the platform on which these systems are deployed, with options including Land and Aerial platforms. Land-based anti-tank missile systems are deployed on the ground, offering close-range and medium-range defense capabilities for ground forces. They are often integrated into infantry units, armored vehicles, and fortifications to provide direct fire support and anti-armor capabilities. In contrast, Aerial platforms refer to airborne delivery systems such as helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and fixed-wing aircraft, which deploy anti-tank missiles from the air, offering increased range, mobility, and versatility in combat scenarios.

These diverse segmentation parameters reflect the multifaceted nature of the Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market, catering to a wide range of defense requirements and operational environments. The market's growth is driven by various factors, including increasing military modernization efforts, rising geopolitical tensions, and the evolving nature of asymmetric warfare threats. Additionally, technological advancements such as the development of precision-guided munitions, advanced sensors, and network-centric warfare capabilities are driving innovation in anti-tank missile systems, enhancing their lethality, accuracy, and effectiveness on the battlefield.

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The Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market exhibits significant regional variation driven by diverse geopolitical dynamics, military modernization efforts, and security challenges across different continents. Here's an overview of the market landscape in key regions:

North America holds a prominent position in the Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market, primarily driven by the presence of major defense contractors, technological advancements, and significant defense budgets. The United States, in particular, is a major contributor to market growth, with extensive investments in advanced missile defense systems and anti-tank capabilities. The region benefits from a robust industrial base, research and development infrastructure, and strong government support for defense procurement programs.

Europe represents another significant market for anti-tank missile systems, characterized by a mix of established defense industries and emerging defense markets. Countries such as France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Russia are key players in the European market, with a focus on indigenous defense production and strategic partnerships. European defense initiatives such as the European Defense Fund and collaborative defense projects drive innovation and interoperability among member states, fostering a competitive market environment for anti-tank missile systems.

The Asia Pacific region is witnessing rapid growth in the Anti-Tank Missile System Market, driven by escalating regional tensions, territorial disputes, and military modernization programs. Countries such as China, India, South Korea, and Japan are investing heavily in advanced missile defense capabilities to counter perceived threats and assert regional influence. The proliferation of asymmetric warfare threats, including insurgency, terrorism, and border conflicts, further fuels demand for anti-tank missile systems across the region.

The Middle East & Africa region is a major consumer of anti-tank missile systems, characterized by ongoing regional conflicts, geopolitical instability, and security challenges. Countries such as Saudi Arabia, Israel, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates are key markets for anti-tank missile systems, driven by the need to counter conventional and asymmetric threats in the region. The proliferation of armed non-state actors, insurgency groups, and terrorist organizations underscores the importance of advanced anti-tank capabilities for regional security and stability.

South America represents a growing market for anti-tank missile systems, fueled by increasing defense spending, modernization initiatives, and evolving security threats. Countries such as Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia are investing in advanced defense technologies to bolster their military capabilities and address internal security challenges. The region's diverse geopolitical landscape, including border disputes, organized crime, and drug trafficking, drives demand for versatile and effective anti-tank missile systems tailored to local operational requirements.

Overall, the Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market is characterized by regional variation in demand, procurement strategies, and technological innovation. While established defense markets in North America and Europe continue to drive market growth through research and development initiatives, emerging markets in Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America offer significant opportunities for industry players to expand their presence and capitalize on evolving defense needs. Collaboration, technology transfer, and strategic partnerships will be crucial for unlocking the full potential of the global market and addressing emerging security challenges worldwide..

Major companies operating in Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market are:

Denel Dynamics (division of Denel SOC Ltd)

RTX Corporation

Elbit Systems Ltd.

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

Lockheed Martin Corporation

General Dynamics Corporation

Saab AB

KBP Instrument Design Bureau

ROKETSAN A.Ş.

MBDA Missile Systems Inc.

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“The global anti-tank missile system market is characterized by robust growth fueled by technological innovations, geopolitical tensions, and evolving military strategies. As armed forces prioritize advanced capabilities to counter modern armored threats, the market witnesses a surge in demand for precision-guided and technologically sophisticated anti-tank missile systems. Portable and man-portable systems are gaining prominence, aligning with the emphasis on mobility in contemporary warfare.

Defense modernization initiatives and budget allocations further contribute to the market's expansion, ensuring that nations invest in cutting-edge solutions to maintain strategic superiority. With a focus on agility, adaptability, and continuous technological advancements, the global anti-tank missile system market remains a vital component of defense arsenals worldwide.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director with TechSci Research, a research-based management consulting firm.

“Anti-Tank Missile System Market– Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type (Man-Portable, Vehicle-Mounted), By Application (Homeland, Defense), By Platform (Land, Aerial) , By Region, Competition, 2019-2029”, has evaluated the future growth potential of Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market and provides statistics & information on market size, structure and future market growth. The report intends to provide cutting-edge market intelligence and help decision makers take sound investment decisions. Besides, the report also identifies and analyzes the emerging trends along with essential drivers, challenges, and opportunities in Global Anti-Tank Missile System Market.

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TOP 10 DEFENCE JOBS TRAINING IN INDIA

Introduction

In the realm of defense careers in India, there are numerous opportunities awaiting young individuals who are passionate about serving their country. Let's explore the top 10 defense jobs in India that offer exciting career paths and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

1. Indian Army

The Indian Army is of the largest defense forces in the world, offering a wide range of job opportunities to individuals from all walks of life. From the infantry to logistics and engineering, there is something for everyone in the Indian Army.

2. Indian Navy

With a rich maritime history, the Indian Navy provides opportunities for candidates to serve both on the seas and on land. Whether you are interested in naval aviation, submarines, or surface warfare, the Indian Navy has a role for you.

3. Indian Air Force

The Indian Air Force is known for its cutting-edge technology and advanced aircraft. Joining the Air Force allows individuals to become pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and more, ensuring a diverse and challenging career path.

4. Border Security Force (BSF)

The BSF plays a crucial role in safeguarding India's borders, offering positions in border management, counter-terrorism, and disaster response. Serving in the BSF provides a unique opportunity to protect the nation's borders and ensure national security.

5. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)

As one of the largest paramilitary forces in the world, the CRPF offers a variety of roles in law enforcement, counter-insurgency, and disaster response. Serving in the CRPF allows individuals to contribute to maintaining internal security and peace in the country.

6. Indian Coast Guard

The Indian Coast Guard is responsible for protecting the country's maritime interests and enforcing maritime law. Joining the Coast Guard provides opportunities to serve at sea, engage in search and rescue operations, and prevent maritime pollution.

7. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

The SSB is a specialized force that focuses on border security and counter-terrorism operations. Serving in the SSB offers individuals a chance to work in challenging environments and protect the nation's borders from external threats.

8. Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)

The DRDO is India's premier defense research organization, responsible for developing cutting-edge defense technology and systems. Working with DRDO allows individuals to contribute to the nation's defense capabilities through research and innovation.

9. Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS)

The AFMS provides medical and healthcare services to the armed forces, ensuring the health and well-being of service members. Joining the AFMS allows medical professionals to serve the country's defense forces and make a meaningful impact on the health of our armed forces.

10. Military Nursing Service (MNS)

The MNS offers opportunities for nursing professionals to serve in the armed forces and provide healthcare to service members. Serving in the MNS allows nurses to contribute to the well-being of our armed forces and support their medical needs.

By exploring these top 10 defense jobs in India, individuals can pursue their passion for defense, serve their country with pride, and build a fulfilling career in the defense sector.

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Ghana Air Force Unveils New A-29 Super Tucano Counter-insurgency Aircraft

The Ghana Air Force, in collaboration with Embraer Defence and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), recently hosted an impressive display of the A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft at the Air Force Base Accra. The event, held on February 19, 2024, aimed to underscore the aircraft's adaptability in both training and combat roles, particularly in close air support and aerial reconnaissance missions. The A-29 Super Tucano, renowned for its durability and versatility, boasts a potent turboprop arrangement, making it a formidable asset for Ghana's defense capabilities. Currently in the process of acquisition from Embraer at a cost of $52.8 million, the aircraft represents a significant investment by Ghana to enhance its military readiness.

The Ghana Air Force, in collaboration with Embraer Defence and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), recently hosted an impressive display of the A-29 Super Tucano light attack aircraft at the Air Force Base Accra. The event, held on February 19, 2024, aimed to underscore the aircraft’s adaptability in both training and combat roles, particularly in close air support and aerial reconnaissance…

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Borno: NAF fighter jet eliminates ISWAP terrorists, destroys new training camp

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