Ground-based Air Defense

Ground-based Air Defense (GBAD) refers to defense systems installed on land to detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats like aircraft, missiles, and drones. These systems use radar, surveillance sensors, and missile interceptors to protect strategic locations and military forces from air attacks. GBAD includes various technology types, such as surface-to-air missiles, anti-aircraft artillery, and early warning radars. Its purpose is to provide layered protection, ensuring that enemy aircraft or missiles are identified early and intercepted before reaching their targets, thereby maintaining security and operational integrity.