Estonian Defence Forces

Estonian Defence Forces

The Estonian Defence Forces is structured according to the principle of a reserve force which means that the main part of the defence forces of the state are units in the reserve. More than 4000 persons are in permanent readiness which in turn is part of EDF’s rapid response readiness (ca 29 000 persons altogether). In total, Estonian Defence Forces comprises of about 230 000 persons who are enrolled in mobilisation register.

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Land Forces

Land Forces

The Estonian Land Forces are the main arm of the Defence Forces.

Development priorities for the Land Forces are the capability to participate in missions outside the national territory and the capability to perform operations to protect the territory of Estonia, also in co-operation with the Allies.

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Navy

Estonian Navy’s duty is to protect the territorial waters of Estonia. In case of crisis, Navy defends harbour areas, sea lines of communication and by-sea approaches to the coastline. Co-operation with allied units will be done if deemed to be necessary.

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Air Force

Air Force

The main task of the Estonian Air Force is to monitor the airspace and to provide support to the allied forces as a host country in the event of their arrival. The Air Force controls the country’s airspace and ensures air defense of strategic objects

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Air Defence Wing

On July 1, 2023, a new military unit – the Air Defense Division – was created in the air force.

Air Defense Division contributes to ensuring the integrity of the airspace of the Republic of Estonia by planning and executing active air defense operations. Permanently located in Ämari, the Air Defense Division consists of HQ and two missile batteries. Air Defense Division will soon use the procured mobile air defense missile systems IRIS-T SLM to prevent air attacks on friendly units, important objects and Estonian residents in the areas where the systems are currently deployed.

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Sergeant Siim Verner Teder

Public Affairs Officer of the Air Force

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Lieutenant Colonel Toomas Lents

Commander of the Air Defence Wing

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Last updated: 9. September 2024, 12:37