According to information published by the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) in June 2025, the U.S. Army is scheduled to begin production of the Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) Increment 2 system in early 2026, with initial operational capability anticipated by mid-2027. This mobile, ground-based weapon system is engineered to counter a spectrum of aerial threats, including subsonic cruise missiles, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and rocket, artillery, and mortar (RAM) attacks. IFPC Inc 2 is being developed to fill the critical gap between short-range air defense systems and strategic missile defense assets, offering flexible and scalable protection for key military assets and infrastructure. Read full Defense News at this link ...
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| The new U.S. Army IFPC Inc. 2 air defense system is designed to defend fixed and semi-fixed sites against drones, cruise missiles, and RAM threats, offering a vital layer of protection for forward operating bases and essential military infrastructure. (Picture source: U.S. Army) |
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