Unmanned Black Hawk Helicopter Unveiled
The United States has unveiled an unmanned version of the Black Hawk helicopter, the S-70UAS U-Hawk, at the Association of the United States Army's AUSA 2025 show.
Thanks to the absence of a cab, the cargo area volume has increased by 25%. The helicopter features a loading platform with hinged doors in the front of the fuselage and uses the Matrix control system for crewless flight.
The manufacturer can quickly and on a large scale convert conventional helicopters into drones - Rich Benton, Sikorsky vice president.
- Cargo volume increased by 25% due to the absence of a cockpit
- Uses the Matrix control system for crewless flight
- Can stay in the air for up to 14 hours without refueling
- Range of approximately three thousand kilometers
- Can be used to carry various cargoes and launch small drones
The unmanned helicopter was developed in just ten months, showcasing the company's capabilities in rapid development and conversion of conventional helicopters into drones.
Author's summary: Unmanned Black Hawk helicopter unveiled with 25% increased cargo volume.