The recent opening of the U.S. Army’s Theater Readiness Monitoring Facility (TRMF) at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (MCAAP) has shed light on the extensive efforts to inspect HAWK missiles for the support of Ukraine’s war efforts.
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A key revelation from the opening is the sheer scale of HAWK missile inspections being undertaken. As of 2025, MCAAP has inspected a total of 2,751 HAWK missiles. Furthermore, the facility has received 825 missiles and other equipment donations from six countries. These missiles and equipment are likely to be transferred to Ukraine.
To provide historical context, it’s important to recall the $400 million security package that the U.S. Department of Defence announced for Ukraine in November 2022. This package included missiles for the HAWK air defence system. The missiles, drawn from U.S. inventory, were earmarked for refurbishment through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative before being paired with launchers provided by Spain. The Army.mil article now discloses the number of missiles that could potentially be transferred to Ukraine for the first time, adding a new layer of detail to this support.
The Ukrainian Air Force has been actively employing the HAWK system in the ongoing conflict. Citing the Ukrainian Air Force YouTube channel, Ukrainian forces refer to the HAWK system as “Yastreb”. A Ukrainian airman reported intercepting Kh-59 and Kh-69 missiles using the HAWK system. The YouTube channel also claimed that the system has been credited with destroying 40 “Shahids” drones and 14 cruise missiles.
The TRMF is involved in the testing, recertification, assembly, and repair of HAWK missiles. A crucial aspect of the facility’s operations is its ability to test and repair missiles that have been inactive for over 30 years, ensuring a steady supply of ready-to-fire missiles.
Originally deployed by the U.S. Army in 1959, the HAWK missile system has been continuously upgraded to remain effective against evolving threats. A significant improvement program in 1971, known as the Improved HAWK, further enhanced its precision and operational range.
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