A type of troops within the Air Force, Ground Forces, and Navy, designed to ensure air defense in cooperation with other branches of the military, protecting key administrative-political centers, industrial-economic regions, armed forces groupings, and other critical facilities. It is equipped with various types of surface-to-air missile (and anti-aircraft artillery) systems, capable of effectively engaging modern air attack means across a wide range of altitudes and speeds

Aviation is a key component of the Ukrainian Air Force. This highly maneuverable type of troops is responsible for the protection and defense of country’s airspace. Their main tasks include targeting enemy objects from the air, providing air support, airlifting troops and supplies, and performing aerial reconnaissance.

Surface forces are responsible for safeguarding the country’s territorial waters and conducting maritime defense operations. They consist of various ships, including corvettes, patrol vessels, and landing ships, which are tasked with protecting Ukraine’s coast, securing maritime trade routes, and engaging in anti-surface and anti-air warfare.

Coastal defense focuses on protecting its maritime borders, particularly along the Black Sea, from naval and amphibious threats. It involves a combination of advanced coastal artillery, missile systems, radar stations, and naval forces to deter and repel enemy attacks.

The Naval Aviation is responsible for aerial operations to support naval and coastal defense missions. Its primary roles include maritime reconnaissance, anti-ship warfare, anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue operations, and providing air support for naval and amphibious forces. The fleet comprises helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft designed for maritime operations, including transport, surveillance, and combat missions.