Why are drones flying above Barksdale Air Force Base? Investigation underway

Drone sightings at Barksdale Air Force Base prompt federal concern, Senate briefing sought

BOSSIER PARISH, La. — Drone sightings over Barksdale Air Force Base have prompted concern among Louisiana leaders and triggered efforts in Washington to gather more information.

Drones Broached Restricted Airspace Over Nuclear B-52 Bomber Fleet in Barksdale, Louisiana

Screenshot Lawmakers in Louisiana are set to receive classified briefings on “multiple waves” of unauthorized drones buzzing above a critical Air Force base. Twelve to fifteen sophisticated drones flew over the base the week of March 9. No one defended against them or shot any down. Therefore, no one knows who is behind them. We did nothing. Republican Senator Bill Cassidy expects to be debriefed on Friday on the recent incursions at Barksdale A…

Iran's drone attacks raise concerns about U.S. readiness for next-gen threats

The war in Ukraine is providing a real-time testing ground for nations defending against drones. But unidentified drones are also an ongoing concern in the United States. This month, a swarm of drones repeatedly hovered around Barksdale Air Force Base in northwest Louisiana. Liz Landers discussed more with retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dave Deptula.

Air base drone incursion: What to know about incident over B-52 bombers

Law enforcement officials have been left scratching their heads over an incident earlier this month at Barksdale Air Force Base, where multiple unauthorized drones were detected flying over the home of the B-52 bomber. The incidents, which occurred during the week of March 9, are one of multiple instances in recent weeks in which domestic military bases have discovered drones flying overhead, demonstrating the threats they pose to national secur…

US investigating unauthorized drones detected early March over base hosting B-52 bombers

'Flying drone over military installation not only safety issue, it is criminal offense under federal law,' military base tells Anadolu - Anadolu Ajansı

Why are drones flying above Barksdale Air Force Base? Investigation underway

Unauthorized drones were spotted flying above Barksdale Airforce Base earlier this month. Have more flown over the base? Who is behind the unmanned aircraft?