At the LandEuro 2025 exhibition held on July 16–17 in Wiesbaden, Germany, U.S. defense firm Moog introduced its Flexible Mission Platform (FMP) in a turret configuration optimized for air defense operations. Demonstrated independently of any vehicle chassis, the system showcased its platform-agnostic versatility—a response to the increasing need for adaptable air defense technologies amid the rising threat from drones and loitering munitions.
At the event, Moog’s FMP was displayed with a Thales rocket launcher system carrying 70mm laser-guided rockets, emphasizing its precision strike capabilities against low-visibility aerial targets. The turret’s modular design allows it to be deployed from static bases, trailers, containers, or mobile units, enabling rapid adaptability to shifting battlefield requirements and expeditionary scenarios.
Beyond its standalone use, the FMP turret is engineered for seamless integration with various armored or tactical vehicles, depending on end-user requirements. It can support light platforms for mobile anti-drone roles or be mounted on heavy vehicles for multi-role combat. Its universal architecture simplifies the mechanical and electronic interfacing process, allowing military forces to apply the same turret across different fleets—cutting integration time and promoting interoperability.
Built on Moog’s renowned motion control technologies, the system is available in pedestal and yoke configurations. Optional features include advanced stabilization for mobile engagements, slip rings for uninterrupted data/power flow, and full stores management for guided missile launch. These capabilities ensure high operational reliability and digital battlefield integration with minimal customization.
FMP’s adaptability isn’t limited to armaments. It can be outfitted with electro-optical and infrared targeting systems, drone-jamming electronics, or surveillance radars, depending on mission needs. Since it doesn’t rely on a dedicated vehicle chassis, it can be installed in remote outposts, naval vessels, or mobile defense units, offering broad flexibility with reduced logistics.
This system represents Moog’s strategic answer to the global demand for modular, rapid-deployment combat solutions. The growing use of commercial drones for reconnaissance and strikes by both state and irregular forces underscores the need for flexible, low-cost air defense solutions. FMP fulfills this need with a plug-and-play structure that accommodates a range of payloads without requiring custom vehicle architecture.
With this platform, Moog positions itself at the forefront of next-generation modular warfare systems. As precision warfare, autonomous threats, and dispersed operations become standard, systems like the FMP are poised to redefine how modern militaries deploy and adapt their defense assets across air, land, and sea.
