April 12, 2024, 11:08 AM
BB61DragonFire anti drone system from the UK set to deploy in 2027
https://news.sky.com/story/bri...-in-ukraine-13113231Apparently the war in Ukraine has caused the British to speed up the development process. It's now scheduled to be deployed five years early or 2027.
The article has a picture of a mortar round taken out by the laser, which seems to be a more impressive result than taking out a typical drone.
April 12, 2024, 12:53 PM
jer830I wonder if one of these could be mounted on a police helicopter and used to take out an engine during pursuits?