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Old February 13th 10, 02:32 AM posted to sci.space.policy,sci.space.history
Pat Flannery
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Default Boeing Airborne Laser in action

They actually shot down a missile with the thing; and sci-fi fans will
be happy to know the beam really does glow red, just like in the movies:
http://defensetech.org/2010/02/12/ab...ful-shootdown/

Pat
 




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