The first automated air defense control complexes known as Magistr-SV have entered service with the Russian military. This information comes from officials cited by TASS at a major defense exposition, and it signals a shift toward broader deployment. The Ministry of Defense has indicated that mass production of Magistr-SV systems is underway, with the initial batch already issued to troops in active service. (attribution: TASS)
Developed by the Penza-based scientific and production enterprise Rubin, part of the Rostec-affiliated holding Ruselectronics, Magistr-SV is designed for real-time airspace surveillance and the coordination of anti-aircraft responses. The system features a distinctive optoelectronic station capable of automatically detecting, identifying, and tracking aerial targets. To achieve this, engineers built a database cataloging the optical characteristics of different air targets and typical interference radiation patterns encountered in the field. A compact radar detector within the complex blends surveillance radar capabilities with the precision tracking accuracy traditionally associated with radar-based lock-on systems. (attribution: official releases)
In related developments, the Kingisepp Machine-Building Plant has announced the creation of a universal unmanned boat based on a Vizir-type platform, signaling ongoing innovation in unmanned border and coastal security platforms. This expansion of the unmanned sector aligns with broader efforts to modernize reconnaissance and defense capabilities across multiple branches. (attribution: defense press briefings)
Earlier statements also highlighted progress on a new drone suppression system, reflecting a continuing push to enhance counter-drone capabilities and situational awareness in contested airspaces. These advances illustrate a broader strategic emphasis on integrated air defense solutions that combine sensor fusion, autonomous tracking, and rapid-fire response. (attribution: industry reports)