MADIS
Marine Air Defense Integrated System - the USMC primary ground-based air defense system against UAS and low-altitude threats.
System Overview
What It Is
MADIS is the Marine Corps answer to the growing UAS threat, providing an integrated solution that combines detection sensors with multiple effector options on a mobile platform.
How It Works
The system uses a combination of radar, EO/IR, and RF sensors to detect and track aerial threats. Operators can engage with electronic warfare for soft kill or Stinger missiles for hard kill depending on the threat.
Primary Capability
Ground-based air defense against UAS, rotary-wing, and low-altitude fixed-wing threats for Marine Corps expeditionary forces.
Combat Record / Operational History
Deployed with Marine units to multiple theaters.
Overview
MADIS provides the Marine Corps with an organic air defense capability tailored for expeditionary operations.
Technical Specifications
- Multi-mission air defense
- Radar and EO/IR sensors
- Stinger missile integration
- Electronic warfare suite
- Vehicle-mounted configuration
Compatible Platforms
Deployed By
Key Features
- Multi-mission capability (C-UAS and low-altitude air defense)
- Expeditionary design
- Networked with Marine air defense
- Multiple engagement options
Advantages
- Versatile threat engagement
- Proven Stinger missile
- Deployable by amphibious ships
Limitations
- Limited magazine depth
- Requires support infrastructure