Air Defence Wing (Estonia)
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| Air Defence Wing | |
|---|---|
| Õhukaitsedivisjon | |
.png) Insignia of the Air Defence Wing | |
| Active | 2023–present |
| Country |  Estonia |
| Branch |  Estonian Air Force |
| Type | Air defence |
| Size | 3 batteries |
| Part of | Estonian Defence Forces |
| Garrison/HQ | Ämari Air Base |
| Anniversaries | 1 July |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lieutenant colonel Toomas Lents |
| Current First Sergeant | Senior Master Sergeant Argo Habakuk |
The Air Defence Wing is the main air defence unit of the Estonian Air Force. It was established in 2023 for ensuring the integrity of the airspace of Estonia by planning and executing active air defense operations.[1]
The new unit is permanently located in Ämari Air Base and it will be equipped with newly bought IRIS-T systems.[2] Other Estonian air defence weapon systems than the IRIS-T systems are operated by Air Defence Battalion of the Estonian Land Forces.[3]
Air-defence equipment
| Model | Image | Origin | Type | Variant | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IRIS-T SLM |  |
 Germany |
Medium range air defense system | SLM | 3 batteries (On order) | In May 2023, Estonia and Latvia made a decision to jointly procure medium-range IRIS-T SLM.[4] The systems are expected to be operational in 2026. |
Other equipment
| Model | Image | Origin | Type | Variant | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scania G410 |  |
 Sweden |
Logistical vehicle | XT | Unknown | Used as logistical vehicles as part of logistical platoons.[5] |
| MAN SX44 |  |
Germany |
IRIS-T platform vehicle | SX | Unknown | Used as a platform truck for IRIS-T radar, operations center and launcher.[6] |