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Raytheon Tests New Version of Coyote Counter-Drone System

Raytheon announced a successful test of the Coyote Block 3NK, a non‑kinetic counter‑drone system that can loiter, engage and be recalled for multiple missions. The variant is designed to neutralize drone swarms while minimizing collateral damage, making it suitable for urban and critical‑infrastructure protection. Block 3NK joins the existing Coyote family already deployed under the U.S. Army’s LIDS program, which has logged more than 100 combat interceptions. Enhanced launch speed, range and altitude capability position the system for next‑generation UAV threats.