Trump’s Mar-a-Lago protected by laser air-defense system
A military laser weapon built to disable drones has joined the air-defense network protecting Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.
A high-tech laser defense system has been installed to shield President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, according to US security sources. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NORAD) and US Northern Command have confirmed the deployment of AeroVironment's LOCUST system, which is designed to detect, track, and neutralize various types of drones and aircraft.
This cutting-edge technology was requested by the US Secret Service due to the heightened security concerns surrounding the property. The LOCUST system operates in either fixed or mobile configurations and can be moved on a pallet or mounted on a vehicle. It is currently mounted on a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle and integrated into a broader defensive network that includes radar systems, infrared sensors, and electronic countermeasures.
AeroVironment's president, Mary Clum, stated that the upgraded LOCUST X3 system offers rapid, precise, and affordable protection against massed drone attacks, making it an invaluable addition to the estate's security measures.
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