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Predator UAVs Detect, Track Ballistic Missile In Test

By Marc Selinger

Tuesday, August 16th, 2016

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Predator UAVs Detect, Track Ballistic Missile In Test

A General Atomics Predator. Photo: General Atomics

Two Predator B unmanned planes built by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) detected and tracked a ballistic missile target during a test in the Pacific in late June, GA-ASI said Aug. 15.The remotely piloted aircraft, equipped with Raytheon [RTN] Multi-spectral Targeting Systems-B (MTS-B) electro-optical infrared turrets, participated in the test “as part of an ongoing program” for the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, GA-ASI said. MDA is exploring whether Predators could help extend the engagement zone of Standard Missile-3 interceptors."The…

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