A THAAD interceptor is launched from a THAAD battery on Wake Island during testing where two air-launched ballistic missile targets were successfully intercepted, November 2015.

The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) element provides the Missile Defense System with a globally-transportable, rapidly-deployable capability to intercept and destroy ballistic …

The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) is a highly effective, combat-proven defense against short, medium and intermediate-range ballistic missile threats. THAAD is the only U.S. …

Sep 15, 2025 · According to the Department of Defense (DOD), the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system (Figure 1) is a key element of U.S. ballistic missile defense (BMD). …

Oct 14, 2024 · Using a combination of advanced radar systems and interceptors, THAAD, short for Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense, is the only US missile defense system that can …

Jun 18, 2025 · The THAAD system is a mobile anti-ballistic missile defense system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missile threats.

Apr 3, 2025 · Developed by Lockheed Martin in collaboration with Raytheon, THAAD is a U.S. Army-operated air defense platform designed to intercept and destroy short to intermediate …

Oct 14, 2024 · What is THAAD? The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system is a mobile surface-to-air interceptor designed to shoot down incoming ballistic missiles.

Jan 1, 2026 · Lockheed Martin has secured a $142.6 million contract modification to continue sustainment support for the United Arab Emirates’ THAAD missile defense system under the …

Dec 31, 2025 · Lee’s visit is positive sign for China-South Korea relations. But both sides must heed the lessons from the THAAD dispute.