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FAA, Pentagon sign agreement on deploying anti-drone laser system near Mexico

FAA, Pentagon sign agreement on deploying anti-drone laser system near Mexico

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, April 10 (Reuters) - The Federal Aviation Administration and Pentagon said on Friday they had signed an agreement allowing the government's use of a high-energy laser counter-drone system along the southern U.S. border with Mexico.
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FAA says proper use of anti-drone lasers that prompted Texas airspace closures is safe for flights

FAA says proper use of anti-drone lasers that prompted Texas airspace closures is safe for flights

Counter-drone lasers will now be able to be used along the southern border
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Pentagon and FAA Agree on Anti-Drone Laser Deployment Near Mexico Border

Pentagon and FAA Agree on Anti-Drone Laser Deployment Near Mexico Border

The Pentagon and FAA have signed an agreement to deploy a high-energy laser counter-drone system along the U.S.-Mexico border. This follows FAA testing in New Mexico, ensuring safety controls are in place. The system aims to address over 1,000 monthly drone incursions, often linked to Mexican cartels. Previous incidents, including the accidental downing of a government drone, led to temporary flight restrictions. The FAA has now determined the system poses no increased risk to public safety. The deployment reflects growing concerns over drones used for drug trafficking and surveillance.
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FAA and Department of Defense Agree on Laser Use for Drone Threats at Southern Border

FAA and Department of Defense Agree on Laser Use for Drone Threats at Southern Border

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense have reached an agreement on the use of high-energy laser systems to counter drone threats along the southern U.S. border. This decision follows a comprehensive safety assessment and demonstrations conducted at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, which confirmed that these systems do not pose undue risks to passenger aircraft. Previously, the FAA had closed airspace over El Paso, Texas, after a laser system was used without prior notification, leading to the temporary shutdown of the city's airport. The agreement ensures that the National Airspace System remains safe while addressing emerging drone threats.
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FAA Confirms Safety of Anti-Drone Lasers After Texas Airspace Closures

FAA Confirms Safety of Anti-Drone Lasers After Texas Airspace Closures

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that anti-drone lasers used near the southern border by the U.S. military and Homeland Security are safe for flights. This follows airspace closures in Texas earlier this year due to the use of these lasers without prior notification to the FAA. The FAA and the Defense Department have signed an agreement outlining safety precautions for the use of these lasers, although specific safeguards were not detailed. The lasers are used to combat cartel drones along the border, which are often employed for drug delivery or surveillance. A demonstration at the White Sands Missile Range convinced the FAA of their safety.
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USA TODAY Highlights Best Small Towns in America Across Nine Categories

USA TODAY Highlights Best Small Towns in America Across Nine Categories

USA TODAY Highlights Best Small Towns in America Across Nine Categories
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Family sues US over 8-year-old's death in custody after crossing the border

Family sues US over 8-year-old's death in custody after crossing the border

A Honduran family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the U.S. government after their 8-year-old girl with a heart condition died in federal custody after crossing the border in 2023
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Defensive Big Board 1.0: Michigan Football recruiting targets in 2027 class

Defensive Big Board 1.0: Michigan Football recruiting targets in 2027 class

Here is our 1.0 version of the Defensive Big Board for Michigan Football’s 2027 recruiting class:
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Eight states, three time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100

Eight states, three time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100

Route 66 turns 100 this year, making the legendary road ripe for an American road trip
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How US communities have responded to plans to convert warehouses into immigration detention centers

How US communities have responded to plans to convert warehouses into immigration detention centers

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is reviewing plans to convert warehouses into detention facilities for immigrants
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Intel Joins Elon Musk's Terafab Chips Project to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Production

Intel Joins Elon Musk's Terafab Chips Project to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Production

Intel Joins Elon Musk's Terafab Chips Project to Boost U.S. Semiconductor Production
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Mammoth Freighters Secures FAA Approval for 777-200LRMF Conversion, Expanding Cargo Capabilities

Mammoth Freighters Secures FAA Approval for 777-200LRMF Conversion, Expanding Cargo Capabilities

Mammoth Freighters Secures FAA Approval for 777-200LRMF Conversion, Expanding Cargo Capabilities