According to a statement published by the British Ministry of Defence on October 20, 2024, Royal Air Force (RAF) pilots are moving closer to being equipped with a groundbreaking laser self-protection system following 100% successful live-fire trials. The advanced system was tested at the Vidsel Test Range in Sweden, where it successfully neutralized multiple infrared heat-seeking missile threats simultaneously, showcasing a significant advancement in airborne defense technology. Read full Defense Aerospace News at this link ...
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| The laser-based system is designed to be installed on a range of British RAF aircraft, including the intelligence-gathering Shadow R2. (Picture source: British MoD) |
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