US Air Forces conducted a successful test of the prototype laser weapon on the range, "White Sands".
This is with reference to the statements of official representatives of the US Department of Defense press service informed journalists The Drive. As specified, tests were 23 April at the site "White Sands", which is located in the south of the State of New Mexico.
According to the information given, during the test rig was hit all missiles, running with the air launch. It is assumed, that the new laser system will ensure the safety of the pilots of the Air Force and other aircraft, and to intercept missiles of two classes: "Surface to Air", "Air-air".
celebrated, that is engaged in the creation of weapons of concern Lockheed Martin, famous, Firstly, its developments in the field of aviation. US Defense Department plans to take the system into service before the 2021 of the year.
Previously, our site has reported that, that the US Air force for the first time used a fifth-generation fighter F-35A in combat. Then the two aircraft the US Air Force have been used as part of "Natural Born determination" in Iraq.
