The British Ministry of Defence has reported successful trials of a laser self-protection system, which demonstrated the system’s effectiveness in countering infrared heat-seeking missiles.

The trials at the Vidsel Test Range in Sweden showcased the laser system’s ability to neutralize 100% of missile threats encountered. This technology will eventually be integrated into various RAF aircraft, including the intelligence-gathering Shadow R2 and A400M transporter.  

Developed by Team Pellonia—a collaboration between Leonardo UK, Thales UK, and the UK Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl)—the system merges detection and tracking technology with jamming capabilities. The trials assessed the system’s capacity to engage multiple missile threats simultaneously. 

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