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Why are drones flying above Barksdale Air Force Base? Investigation underway
Multiple waves of 12-15 sophisticated drones flew over sensitive areas of Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and ongoing federal investigations.
- On March 9, Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana implemented a "shelter-in-place" order following detection of unauthorized drones over the installation. The 2nd Bomb Wing B52s base is currently investigating multiple incursions.
- Between March 9 and 15, BAFB Security Forces observed waves of 12 to 15 sophisticated drones operating over sensitive Barksdale areas with "non-commercial signal characteristics" and resistance to jamming. Attempted countermeasures proved unsuccessful.
- The Air Force activated a task force launched in January to intercept drones using "flyaway kits" deployable within 24 hours. These kits include detection systems, jammers, lasers, and kinetic countermeasures.
- Republican Senator Bill Cassidy expects a briefing on the incursions, while a spokesperson for Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed additional resources have been deployed to strengthen Barksdale's defenses.
- Following similar incursions at Fort McNair this month, federal agencies issued warnings regarding drone penalties last week. Officials continue monitoring unauthorized drone activity nationwide as a broader national security threat.
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