Fri, Oct 28, 2011
Laser Armor Designed To Protect Aircrews From Blinding
Lasers
In response to the increasing number of incidents in which laser
beams are directed at aircraft cockpits, Night Flight Concepts has
unveiled new optical systems for laser defense offer equipment and
training options to help aviation organizations defend against
laser attacks.
The technology, called 'Laser Armor', was rolled out Thursday at
a one-day symposium hosted by ATA and ALPA in Washington, D.C.
focusing on the issue. NFC says Laser Armor aids in the planning
and implementation of a coordinated response that protects
personnel and equipment from voluntary and involuntary laser
strikes, while at the same time extending operational capabilities
and readiness in night operations.
“Our company is pleased to support this strategic
conference that is raising awareness of the growing problem of
inappropriate use of lasers illegally targeting aircraft,”
said Night Flight Concepts President, Adam Aldous. “Our
approach is to support a multi-faceted response to the issue that
includes national flight legislation and the adoption of
preventative measures by flight organizations to prevent potential
illuminations or minimize cockpit disruption.”
Night Flight Concepts says Laser Armor is a new line of products
designed to provide unique protective products to assist civil,
government and industry aviation organizations worldwide. This is
accomplished through increased laser strike readiness that helps
prevent possible damage to personnel and equipment. The up-side is
improved operational safety and performance. The system consists of
Laser Armor Aviator Glasses, designed for use at night, which
optimize protection from intentional or incidental laser strikes
without compromising the wearer’s ability to perform on the
job. Glasses absorb 99.5% of green laser and 97% of blue laser
strike beams without compromising pilot visual acuity or cockpit
display panel color recognition. The LIF (light interference
filter) is designed for use with leading Night Vision Goggles
(NVGs) to protect image intensifier tubes from damage from
intentional or incidental exposure to laser strike beams. The
Laser Armor LIF will absorb laser strike beams (absorbing 90-99.5%
of the beam energy), to protect the image intensifier tube from
laser spot damage.
Bundled with Laser Armor glasses and LIF products, Laser Armor
Aviation Laser Defense Training provides a flexible, self-paced
e-learning opportunity to provide the necessary educational context
on laser strikes, product capabilities, limitations and operation
requirements to help improve user performance. The program
addresses the need for education about laser strikes and covers
mitigation techniques most effective in the public safety sector of
aviation. For organizations looking for additional guidance on
program planning and implementation, Night Flight Concepts also
offers consulting services to assist with Laser Defense Program
development.
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