Israeli Air Defense Intercepts a Target

An Israeli Air defense missile intercepts a target, exact location unknown. The source says nothing about the weapon system or the target. Other than looking impressive, the footage is a reminder that Israel’s air defense network, while impressive, is also expensive. Iron Dome has performed admirably over Israel’s skies, but the cost of each missile is over $70,000, a hefty price tag when compared to the relatively low cost of drones and homemade rockets. It will be interesting to see if great powers begin looking for more cost-effective measures.


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Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing just completed its big yearly event, an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico with an all veteran crew. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.

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An Israeli Air defense missile intercepts a target, exact location unknown. The source says nothing about the weapon system or the target. Other than looking impressive, the footage is a reminder that Israel’s air defense network, while impressive, is also expensive. Iron Dome has performed admirably over Israel’s skies, but the cost of each missile is over $70,000, a hefty price tag when compared to the relatively low cost of drones and homemade rockets. It will be interesting to see if great powers begin looking for more cost-effective measures.


About the Author

Author's Photo

Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing just completed its big yearly event, an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico with an all veteran crew. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.

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