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The UK Ministry of Defense announced the successful testing of the latest laser system to protect military aircraft from missile threats. According to the department, during the firing, the laser system demonstrated absolute effectiveness, hitting all established targets, Day.Az reports with reference to Ridus.ru.
Tests carried out in Sweden confirmed the system’s ability to neutralize all infrared homing missiles attacking simultaneously.
The development involved Team Pellonia, including Leonardo UK and Thales UK, as well as the ministry’s scientific and technical research laboratory. The innovative system is designed to equip several Royal Air Force aircraft, including the Shadow R2 reconnaissance aircraft and the A400M transport aircraft.
British Defense Minister John Healey noted that the new laser technology is an example of fruitful cooperation between defense scientists and the country’s industry.