US General Eyes Laser Defense to Boost Air Tanker Security

Lasers might soon be the newest line of defense for vulnerable aircraft that are key to keeping other military planes in battle. Air tankers are getting an upgrade next month with the introduction of the new Boeing KC-46 Pegasus. A top U.S. general wants one more feature that will let the tankers fly closer to the fight than ever before. Carla Babb has the details.