Highlights
- The NASAMS-II, developed by Norwegian defence developer Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with Raytheon, is primarily used to effectively guard against aerial threats in the form of fighter aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and missilesDeveloped using a modular design, the NASAMS allows operators to tailor the weapon's configuration to suit specific mission parameters
Despite latest reports that
the upcoming meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US
President Donald Trump is unlikely see the inking of any noteworthy
bilateral trade agreements, the US president's visit may still prove
fruitful in helping Washington and New Delhi come to an agreement on
India's purchase of an Integrated Defence Weapon System (IADWS) in a
deal that could be worth $1.86 billion.
In June 2019, it was reported that India was looking to acquire the highly regarded National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System-II (NASAMS-II) from the United States, as it looks to bolster its security apparatus in the National Capital Region. India had submitted a formal 'letter of request' to purchase the air defence system in July 2018.
The NASAMS-II, developed by Norwegian defence developer Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with Raytheon, is primarily used to effectively guard against aerial threats in the form of fighter aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and missiles.
The air defence system employs “network-centric, open architecture” that improves its survivability against electronic jamming techniques. Its base weapon is the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The defence system employs AMRAAM missile launchers, electro-optic and infra-red sensors, a real-time communication network, and a mission planning platform.
The NASAMS-II can be fitted with multiple missile launchers, each capable of launching a maximum of six surface-to-air missiles. Equipped with 360-degree defence capabilities, the system can be used in both day and night operations and transported via rail or truck. The mobile missile launchers can be activated remotely via a Fire Distribution Center (FDC) located up to 25 km away. In total, up to 12 launchers can be installed, firing 72 missiles against 72 separate targets.
The NASAMS was first deployed in Washington DC in 2005 but is designed for operations in sub-tropic, arctic and desert conditions as well. One of the key features of the NASAMS system is its flexible configurations. Developed using a modular design, the NASAMS allows operators to tailor the weapon's configuration to suit specific mission parameters.
The system is already used by 11 nations, including several NATO and EU countries. It is currently employed by Spain, USA, Chile, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, Greece, Sweden, Turkey and Finland, with other countries like Oman, Qatar, Lithuania, Australia and Indonesia awaiting completion of production for their own systems.
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In June 2019, it was reported that India was looking to acquire the highly regarded National Advanced Surface to Air Missile System-II (NASAMS-II) from the United States, as it looks to bolster its security apparatus in the National Capital Region. India had submitted a formal 'letter of request' to purchase the air defence system in July 2018.
The NASAMS-II, developed by Norwegian defence developer Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with Raytheon, is primarily used to effectively guard against aerial threats in the form of fighter aircraft, helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles, and missiles.
The air defence system employs “network-centric, open architecture” that improves its survivability against electronic jamming techniques. Its base weapon is the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The defence system employs AMRAAM missile launchers, electro-optic and infra-red sensors, a real-time communication network, and a mission planning platform.
The NASAMS-II can be fitted with multiple missile launchers, each capable of launching a maximum of six surface-to-air missiles. Equipped with 360-degree defence capabilities, the system can be used in both day and night operations and transported via rail or truck. The mobile missile launchers can be activated remotely via a Fire Distribution Center (FDC) located up to 25 km away. In total, up to 12 launchers can be installed, firing 72 missiles against 72 separate targets.
The NASAMS was first deployed in Washington DC in 2005 but is designed for operations in sub-tropic, arctic and desert conditions as well. One of the key features of the NASAMS system is its flexible configurations. Developed using a modular design, the NASAMS allows operators to tailor the weapon's configuration to suit specific mission parameters.
The system is already used by 11 nations, including several NATO and EU countries. It is currently employed by Spain, USA, Chile, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, Greece, Sweden, Turkey and Finland, with other countries like Oman, Qatar, Lithuania, Australia and Indonesia awaiting completion of production for their own systems.
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