Chernarussian Territorial Air Defence Forces (CTADF)
Branch of: Chernarussian Aerospace Forces (CASF)
Headquarters: Novigrad Air Defense Command Center
Doctrine: Layered Air Denial / Integrated Air Defense Network
Primary Role: Homeland airspace defense, strategic site protection, and early warning operations
Organizational Structure
Unit / Division | Role |
---|---|
Surface-to-Air Missile Regiments | Long and medium-range air defense |
Radar and Early Warning Units | Detection, tracking, and fire control networks |
Self-Propelled AAA Battalions | Mobile protection of armored/mechanized forces |
Command & Control Nodes | Integrated air picture, coordination with CASF |
Notable Capabilities
Long-Range Systems:
- S-400 Triumf – Strategic Surface-to-Air Missile System (high-altitude, anti-stealth, multi-target tracking)
Medium-Range / Mobile Systems:
- 2K22 Tunguska – Combined missile and autocannon system for low-altitude air defense
- ZSU-23-4 Shilka – Self-propelled anti-aircraft weapon, radar-guided 23mm quad autocannon
Operational Focus
CTADF is responsible for maintaining air denial zones across strategic corridors and national infrastructure. Working in concert with CASF and CAF forward observers, CTADF units are designed to protect high-value military and government targets from hostile air intrusion. The force relies heavily on Soviet and Russian-origin systems, favoring redundancy, mobility, and layered engagement ranges.