diff --git a/theater/base.py b/theater/base.py
index 5f3b99cb..163879ad 100644
--- a/theater/base.py
+++ b/theater/base.py
@@ -158,10 +158,8 @@ class Base:
         return int(self.total_armor * 0.5)
 
     def assemble_aa_count(self) -> int:
-        if self.strength > STRENGTH_AA_ASSEMBLE_MIN:
-            return self.total_aa
-        else:
-            return 0
+        # previous logic removed because we always want the full air defense capabilities.
+        return self.total_aa
 
     def scramble_sweep(self, multiplier: float) -> typing.Dict[PlaneType, int]:
         return self._find_best_planes(CAP, self.scramble_count(multiplier, CAP))