Combat Vehicles will soon be Flying Drones

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Combat Vehicles will soon be Flying Drones
By
Tamir Eshel -
Oct 9, 20182609


Until now small UAVs were designed for dismounted operations, by infantry or special units dedicated for the operation of drones. Recent advancements in commercial drones and their use by the military bring vehicle and drone manufacturers closer offering integrating drones with manned or unmanned combat vehicles.


AeroVironment is working with General Dynamics Land Systems to tighten the integration of its unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with GDLS’ combat vehicles. “By integrating the UAS and loitering missile systems with the leading armored combat vehicles, our team will deliver a new level of battlefield lethality, survivability and combat effectiveness,” said Kirk Flittie, vice president and general manager of AeroVironment’s UAS business. This integration will enable mounted forces to employ small drones and loitering weapons on demand and on the move. “Increased automation and decreased workload will enable the deployment of small drones and loitering missile systems by fewer operators from inside the vehicle.”

https://defense-update.com/20181009_vehicle_drones.html