Adm. Caudle indicated that the US Navy experienced a 'learning curve' during engagements against the Houthis in the Red Sea, focusing on the need for effective air defense weapon selection. Concerns have been raised regarding the financial sustainability of high-end munitions during high-tempo confrontations. Data absorbed from these battles has led to significant tactical improvements in the Aegis Combat System, allowing for a more effective engagement strategy by integrating cheaper air-to-air assets and electronic warfare methods wherever applicable.
Adm. Daryl Caudle noted that engaging the Houthis in the Red Sea necessitated a 'learning curve' for the US Navy in selecting appropriate air defense weapons.
Caudle expressed concerns over the sustainability of the Navy's high-end munitions expenditure during high-tempo engagements and emphasized learning from combat data.
The engagements in the Red Sea allowed the Navy to refine tactics, improving the Aegis Combat System's decision-making and optimizing munitions usage.
He mentioned that fewer expensive missiles could be replaced with cheaper air-to-air assets and electronic warfare solutions during engagements.
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