Washington: America is also facing the threat of drone attack amid the Iran war. According to a New York Times report, the Pentagon is considering deploying a powerful anti-drone laser system near a military base in Washington where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio live. The idea comes after reports of unusual drone activities in the area.
Alert after drone sighting in airspace
The US Army is deploying a laser system called LOCUST at Fort Leslie J. Plans to deploy near McNair. This is the same area where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Foreign Minister Marco Rubio live. Recently, the fear of surveillance has increased after drones were seen in the airspace of this region.
FAA expressed concern, said danger to planes
However, the Federal Aviation Administration has expressed concern regarding the deployment of this laser system. The FAA says such laser technology could pose a danger to planes and pilots flying in busy airspace. Especially since Ronald Reagan National Airport is located just about 2 miles from the base.
The FAA has faced intense scrutiny over aviation safety since a deadly mid-air collision over the Potomac River last year killed 67 people. Aviation officials are now carefully reviewing whether deploying this laser technology in densely trafficked air corridors could threaten the vision of nearby planes or pilots.
There was a heated debate in the meeting held in the White House
It is being told that there was a heated debate on this issue in a recent national security meeting held at the White House, which was chaired by Marco Rubio. The Defense Department wants approval for broader use of the laser system, while aviation regulators are wary of safety. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has praised laser weapons, calling them a cheaper and more effective option than conventional missile systems such as Patriot. Experts believe that this technology can be effective in dealing with drone threats, but implementing it in densely populated and busy airspace remains a big challenge.
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