Laser Saves Helo In Multi-SAM Ambush

The first CH-47D — newly modified with a laser defense system — has been saved during an attack by multiple infrared-guided missiles, U.S. Army officials say. “We had a success in a complex situation where a Chinook was engaged by multiple IR manpads [infrared man-portable anti-aircraft missiles] ,”...

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