The U.S. Air Force at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia is thinking about installing anti-drone nets to keep its F-22 Raptor stealth fighters safe. This decision comes almost a year after the base faced a series of strange drone incidents. These drone flights raised alarms and made officials realize the military needs to be better prepared for the threats posed by drones, both at home and abroad.
What Happened at Langley?
On October 4, the 633rd Contracting Squadron at Langley put out a notice looking for information on drone netting that could be installed around special shelters for the F-22s. Langley is one of the few bases in the U.S. that houses these advanced fighters, making it crucial for protecting the country.
A pair of F-22 Raptor stealth fighters turn on final approach to Langley Air Force Base in Virginia. USAF
The idea behind the nets is to stop unauthorized drones from getting too close to the aircraft and the airmen working on them. The first installat...
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