MISSILE DEFENSE MONDAYS

November 24 - November 30, 2020

THE WEEK IN BRIEF

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On Monday, it was reported that the new Russian Project 885M Kazan nuclear submarine had successfully hit a target 1,000 kilometers away using a Kalibr cruise missile. The test took place at the Chizha proving ground and was part of the final stage of state trials.

Also on Monday, NATO allies Germany, Greece, Netherlands, and the U.S. concluded the live fire portion of the NAMFI 2020 exercise. The exercise took place at the NATO Missile Firing Installation (NAMFI) in Crete and involved approximately 500 air and missile defense soldiers and five Patriot systems. Command and control of the live-fire exercise was provided through a secure datalink by the German operation center located in Husum, Germany for the first time.

On Wednesday, it was reported that the Russian Pacific Fleet's latest corvette conducted a launch of an Uran cruise missile against a naval target. This was the first launch of Uran cruise missile by the Aldar Tsydenzhapov corvette.

On Thursday, it was announced that the Russian military test-launched its Tsirkon hypersonic cruise missile. This was at least the third test of the Tsirkon missile this year.

On Monday, it was reported that the Houthi militia had fired a ballistic missile from the city of Amran. The missile landed in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa.

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MDAA ALERTS

Grateful

As we gather at our tables on this uniquely American tradition, which began in 1619 and became an official U.S. holiday in 1789, we take note the spirit of Thanksgiving is gratefulness of coming together over the adversity of life as it was in 1619 and as it is today 400 years later...

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MDAA WEBSITE UPDATES AND FEATURES

AN/SPY-6(V)

Currently being tested and manufactured is the latest and best system in the SPY series of missile defense radars: The Air and Missile Defense Radar – AN/SPY-6 (V). AN/SPY-6 greatly improves capabilities of DDG-51 and Aegis allowing them to detect air and surface targets as well as the growing threat of ballistic missiles...

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Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS)

The Medium Extended Air Defense System is a missile defense system developed to meet International Common Operational Requirements and is jointly developed by the United States, Germany, and Italy. MEADS consists of five elements...

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3M-14 Kalibr (SS-N-30A)

Russia’s Kalibr cruise missiles are believed to be the land-attack version the Klub family cruise missiles, yet, not much is currently known about these variations. The 3M-14T Kalibr-NK is a land-attack cruise missile carried by Russia’s surface vessels. Reports put its max range at 1,500 – 2,500 km...

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MISSILE DEFENDER OF THE WEEK

Staff Sergeant Alberto Galicia

SSG Galicia is a native of Aguada, Puerto Rico. He enlisted in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG) in November of 2010. After successfully completing Pre-Basic Combat Training and the non-resident English Language Training Program, he attended the One Stop Unit Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri where he became a Military Police Officer in February of 2012. SSG Galicia began his military police career at 770th Military Police Company in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. In January 2013, he performed duties on State Active Duty alongside the Puerto Rico Stated Police. In September 2013 he transitioned to Alpha Company, 49th Missile Defense Battalion where he was assigned as a Military Police Officer. SSG Galicia prior assignment include Team Leader, Alpha Company, 49th Missile Defense Battalion, Fort Greely, Alaska; Communication Operator, HHB, 49th Missile Defense Battalion; Squad Leader, Alpha Company, 49th Missile Defense Battalion; Battle Analyst, HHB, 49th Missile Defense Battalion. He is currently serving as Weapons Operator, HHB, 49th Missile Defense Battalion. His military education / courses include Pre-BCT English Language Course, Recruit Sustainment Program, 31B Military Police Course, Warrior Leader Course, Vindicator Command and Control Operator course, Combative Instructor Course Level 1, None Lethal Ammunition Instructor, Resilience Training Assistant, Ground Based Midcourse Defense Fire Control Qualification course, Military Police Advance Leader Course Phase 1 and Phase 2, Air and Missile Defense Crewmember Phase 1 and Phase 2, Ground Missile Defense GST Operator Course, Introduction to Space, and Air and Missile Defense Crewmember Senior Leader Course. He is currently completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from University College Online, Puerto Rico. His awards and decorations include the Army Achievement Medal, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon with Numeral 3, Puerto Rico English Language Proficiency Ribbon, Alaska Governor’s Distinguished Unit Citation, the Army Superior Unit Award and the Army Basic Space Badge. He currently resides in Delta Junction, Alaska. He is married to Michelle Galloza. They have three kids, Justing Alberto (11), Josean Alberto (5), and Hope Alchelsy (11 Months).

Click here to view all the awardees from the 2020 Alaska Missile Defender of the Year.