Lockheed Martin has unveiled the S-70UAS U-Hawk, an uncrewed version of the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.
The development is a major step in transforming a proven military airframe into an uncrewed multi-mission system.
Developed by Sikorsky, the U-Hawk was converted from a UH-60L Black Hawk in under a year, with a new fly-by-wire control system and Sikorsky’s MATRIX autonomy technology.
“offers enhanced firepower, protection, and mobility” while remaining affordable and easily replicable at scale
According to Lockheed Martin, the result is a platform with 25 percent more cargo capacity than the standard crewed helicopter.
Author's summary: Lockheed Martin unveils new UH-60 Black Hawk drone.