With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-12-03

B-52s, long-range cruise missiles make for deadly combination

A single B-52 can carry up to 20 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSMs) that have 450kg armor-piercing warheads and ranges of up to 920km.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-12-02

Patriot missile defense provides round-the-clock protection in Middle East

By deploying the Patriot, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain, among others, enhance their own defensive capabilities while contributing to a collective regional security network.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-12-02

Truman CSG's surface ships, air wing bring critical firepower

Capable of launching hundreds of missiles from ships and aircraft, the Truman CSG provides essential deterrence.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-26

70 years on, B-52 still dominates the skies

Responsible for 1,800 sorties in Inherent Resolve and 40% of all munitions dropped in Desert Storm, the B-52 has an unparalleled legacy of service.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-20

US Air Force demonstrates Agile Combat Employment of B-52s

The ACE concept, introduced in 2022, marks a shift from the traditional model of operating from large, centralized bases to a dispersed and flexible deployment strategy.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-18

B-2 bombers equipped with QUICKSINK offer enhanced anti-ship capabilities

QUICKSINK, which aims to deliver high-impact results without the associated high costs, could enable stealth bombers to destroy multiple ships in a single sortie.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-12

Global strike, global reach: the B-52 Stratofortress bomber

With the most versatile payload in the US Air Force inventory, the B-52 is the gold standard of both conventional and nuclear strikes.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-12

Forward basing of US strategic bombers enhances security, partnerships

Forward-based US Air Force bombers guarantee the global reach of US strike missions and steadfast support to US allies and partners.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-04

Evolution of F-16 ensures role as alliance builder

More than 3,000 F-16s are flying in 27 countries, as a relatively cost-efficient, high-performance weapon system.

With the activation of its first THAAD battery, Saudi Arabia boosts regional security and strengthens strategic ties with the United States.

Weapon Systems 2024-11-01

Battle-tested Stinger missile expected to boost Egypt's air defenses

The pending US sale of Stinger missiles to Egypt is expected to support the security of the country and the wider region.