NATO sends AWACS planes to Lithuania to strengthen air surveillance and presence in the Baltic

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NATO sends AWACS planes to Lithuania to strengthen air surveillance and presence in the BalticNATO sends AWACS planes to Lithuania to strengthen air surveillance and presence in the Baltic (X @NATO)

NATO has sent three E-3A AWACS aircraft to the Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania to enhance air surveillance in the Baltic region.

The first aircraft arrived on April 23, 2025, marking the start of a temporary operation that demonstrates the Alliance’s commitment to collective defense and its presence on the eastern flank of Europe.

These aircraft, known as NATO’s “eyes in the sky,” are essential for air and maritime monitoring missions. They provide support for various operations, such as air policing, crisis response, evacuations, and even actions in times of war.

Deploying from Lithuania also allows for greater agility and responsiveness to potential threats, within the concept of Agile Combat Employment (ACE), which aims for more flexible and decentralized operations.

The Šiauliai Air Base plays a strategic role in NATO’s operations, contributing to regional deterrence and cooperation among allied nations. Its infrastructure supports rotating air policing missions and strengthens integration between Alliance members, especially in the face of rising geopolitical tensions in the region.

Source: UK Defence Journal | Photo: X @NATO | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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