Israel's Iron Beam laser defense system to be adapted for fighter jets and helicopters
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Gerard Griessel
Summary
Israel is developing an airborne version of its Iron Beam laser defense system, which has been operational as a ground-based system since 2024. The 100-kilowatt high-energy laser, developed by Elbit Systems and Rafael, successfully intercepted aerial threats during the Israel-Hamas war. The new initiative aims to mount the laser system on fighter jets and military helicopters, expanding its defensive capabilities beyond ground-based operations.
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· 3 pulledIsrael's laser-based defense system — known as Iron Beam — has been in operation since 2024 as a ground-based solution to protect the country against attacks from aerial drones, missiles, and mortars.
The 100-kilowatt high-energy laser (HEL) system achieved its first operational interceptions during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.
Weaponized lasers are no longer science fiction, and now Israel is looking to attach its Iron Beam to fighter jets and military helicopters.
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