Welcome Cadets


A message from BG Richard A. Harrison, 44th Air Defense Artillery Commandant to Cadets.

Become one of the Best!


The Air Defense Artillery is looking for motivated leaders with diverse backgrounds to lead Soldiers and manage high tech Air Defense weapon systems.

In a highly contested air domain, the Air Defense Artillery (ADA) serves as a critical component of modern large-scale combat operations.

ADA offers unique Leadership opportunities unlike any other branch in the military.

Leadership Opportunity


Learn about ADA Officers experiences, training, and opportunities to build Leadership skills that will last a lifetime.

Operating from the tactical to the strategic level, ADA officers experience a variety of missions throughout their career.

Career Variety


Learn about the technical and tactical arsenal ADA brings to the fight!

Half of ADA Soldiers are stationed overseas operating with Joint, Inter-agency, Intergovernmental, and Multinational partners.

Worldwide Strategic Relevance


Learn how Air Defense Officers have an unparalleled opportunity to make a strategic impact in a rapidly growing branch.