BLUF
Project Land 6504 aims to acquire a medium-range ground-based air defence system, addressing missile threats and defence gaps. The program prioritises rapid delivery, interoperability, and protection against ballistic missiles and airborne threats.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the strategic drivers behind Project Land 6504, including Australia's need to strengthen missile defence capabilities.
- Assess the operational requirements of a medium-range ground-based air defence system, including ballistic missile defence, integration with existing command-and-control networks, and interoperability with Australian radar systems.
- Evaluate the challenges and opportunities associated with defence capability acquisition, including funding constraints, supplier considerations, delivery timelines, and the benefits of leveraging existing technologies and international partnerships.
