RIYADH: The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces has graduated a third unit capable of operating the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system following weeks of specialized training at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas.
The operation and maintenance crews were trained to use the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, which is one of the world’s most advanced missile defense technologies and a key component of the country’s air defenses.
The graduates completed a range of programs, including technical and operational training, combat simulation and advanced field exercises.
These were conducted under the supervision of the manufacturer’s experts and in cooperation with the US military as part of a joint defense agreement, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Saudi Arabia’s training program aligns with the Ministry of Defense’s strategy to enhance military capabilities and improve combat readiness in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
