AeroVironment LOCUST laser downs drone in White Sands demo attended by War Secretary Hegseth - AVAV News | RalliesAeroVironment LOCUST laser downs drone in White Sands demo attended by War Secretary Hegseth
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AVAV• White Sands directed-energy demonstration
- AeroVironment joined a directed-energy demonstration at White Sands Missile Range attended by senior US defense officials in April 2026.
- Defense leaders operated the company’s LOCUST laser system, using a gaming-style controller to shoot down a drone within minutes.
