Ukraine and NATO are looking for solution to block enemy airfields: competition has been announced
NATO Transformation Command and the NATO-Ukraine Joint Center for Analysis, Training, and Education have announced the "Persistent Airfield Denial" competition, with a prize fund of up to 250,000 euros.
This was reported by the Ministry of Defense, according to Censor.NET.
Details
The goal is to find solutions for long-term restrictions on the use of enemy airfield infrastructure and aviation.
Participants are expected to propose solutions for striking key elements of the enemy’s aviation infrastructure, the Ministry of Defense noted.
Thus, proposals that can provide autonomous or operator-controlled engagement will be considered:
- airplanes;
- runways;
- fuel and ammunition storage facilities;
- ground-based support infrastructure.
You can find the detailed terms and conditions of the contest at this link.
The ministry also stated that Ukrainian miltech companies already have unique experience in developing and implementing cutting-edge technologies in real combat conditions.
The deadline for submitting proposals is July 20, 2026.
During the first phase of the competition, up to 10 finalists are scheduled to be selected; they will be announced on August 11, 2026.
