The US Army observes Ukraine's effective use of Patriot systems against Russian missile strikes. Mobile tactics make the systems harder to detect and target. Ukraine operates six Patriot batteries, critical for air defense. Lt. Col. James Compton notes the war has reinforced air defense doctrine while introducing new strategies for mobility, organization, and camouflage. A whole-system approach is necessary for mobile operations, which includes various supporting components. The evolving conflict demands reevaluation of training and unit organization in preparation for future missile threats.
"The Ukraine war has, in some cases, reinforced US military air defense doctrine... introduced more concepts, like how to become more mobile, how the system's components are organized on battery sites..."
"This conflict has definitely made the community relook how we train, how our units are organized, as well as how we prepare for potential conflicts with robust air and missile threats."
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