Pentagon and FAA Partner on Anti-Drone Laser Protocols
February 27 – March 8, 2026
Following unauthorized military laser use that disrupted Texas airspace, the Pentagon and FAA have launched joint testing in New Mexico to improve interagency coordination and safety.
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