Man-Portable Air-Defense Systems (MANPADS) are lightweight, portable missile systems designed to target and destroy low-flying aircraft. Typically operated by a single soldier, these systems can be quickly deployed in various environments, making them effective for both military and security forces. MANPADS use infrared homing technology to track and engage aircraft, often relying on heat signatures from engines. They are crucial for protecting ground troops and critical infrastructure from aerial threats, and their accessibility has raised concerns about proliferation and misuse in conflict zones.