Army launches new low-cost interceptor program, targets fall for first live fire demo

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The U.S. Army has initiated a new low-cost interceptor program aimed at supplementing existing air defense systems. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll indicated a first live-fire demonstration is targeted for the fall, emphasizing the program's role as a complement, not a replacement.

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said the new LCIs are “not intended” to replace any existing, exquisite air defense systems, but are intended to “supplement” such products.