Airbus, Shield AI Partner On Unmanned Lakota For Marines’ Autonomous Logistics Connector
· Source: aviationtoday.com
In short
Airbus U.S. and Shield AI have partnered to integrate Shield AI's autonomy software into the unmanned UH-72 Lakota aircraft for the Marine Corps' Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC) program. The collaboration aims to develop the MQ-72C cargo-carrying platform quickly, leveraging Shield AI's expertise in autonomous capabilities to meet the Marine Corps' tight timeline. The unmanned platform is expected to feature a cruise speed of 135 knots, a maximum takeoff weight of over 8,300 pounds, and a range above 350 nautical miles.
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