This diagram shows the locations of various systems within the Airborne Laser aircraft. ABL team members are responsible for various elements of the system: Boeing is responsible for supplying the 747-400 Freighter, developing crew safety and the Battle Management system. Lockheed Martin is responsible for the nose-mounted turret, illuminator lasers and beam-control system. Northrop Grumman is responsible for the system's high-energy laser. Credit: Boeing/ABL. Click to enlarge.
