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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nA Future Within Reach<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
That future is just around the corner. The Army is driving a clear and strong vision for crewed-uncrewed teaming and recognizes the transformational potential it holds. Lockheed Martin engineers and Army innovators have been working side-by-side at numerous exercises to pressure test this technology in real-world conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are three things the Army, Department of Defense, and Congress can do to help make this vision a reality \u2013 faster: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 – Modernize the Black Hawk<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Launched Effect drones are tremendous assets, but their limited range means they need a proven and survivable platform like the Black Hawk to bring them closer to the action and maximize their time on station. Modernizing the Black Hawk is a low-risk, affordable path to meet these and other critical needs that include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Introducing engine upgrades that provide the Black Hawk increased payload, range and capacity to meet the needs of forces in the Indo-Pacific; <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Integrating on-board drones and launchers, strengthening the Black Hawk\u2019s role as a forward node on the network; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Installing a modular open systems approach, or MOSA, digital backbone, so the Black Hawk can enable forward mission command of launched effects and other uncrewed aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the right partnership and agility, we will deliver initial federated mission command across air and ground platforms by early 2026, giving maneuver commanders new capabilities to find, fix, and finish enemy forces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 – Cultivate a Range of New Uncrewed Systems<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drone technology is advancing at a rapid pace, and the Army can take advantage of industry investments and innovations by cultivating a wide range of uncrewed systems to meet multiple mission needs. Small, expendable and autonomous drones can conduct contested ISR, while larger, survivable vertical takeoff and landing drones can deliver supplies or conduct deep reconnaissance. Uncrewed ground vehicles can carry extra supplies and act as eyes and ears for forces on-the-move. The time is now, and we are ready with the technology to make this a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3 – Embrace Scalable Autonomy for Crewed and Uncrewed Aircraft<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Autonomous systems are more advanced, more capable, and safer than ever. While autonomy cannot replace the abilities of a well-trained human pilot, it can expand capabilities and make pilots faster, smarter, and more effective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We have proven how our MATRIX\u2122 technology can enable on-board autonomy to make flying in the lower-tier air domain safer, and provide pilots sensors that can see clearly in fog, darkness, and low visibility. Autonomous systems can even \u201ctake the stick\u201d when pilots need to focus on critical mission objectives. Finally, we are building systems that are fully autonomous to provide expanded sensing, weapon systems, and additional lift. The Army can take full advantage of those benefits by advancing scalable autonomy for both piloted aircraft and drones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Innovation is the Heart of Deterrence <\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Connected systems that deliver peak performance in the mission\u2019s moment of truth give American forces a towering and formidable advantage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These advances won\u2019t just make tomorrow\u2019s Army more lethal. They\u2019ll give adversaries reason to think twice about picking a fight. And ultimately, that\u2019s the goal of defense tech innovation. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":119562,"menu_order":0,"template":"single-native-legacy","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_acf":"","_yoast_wpseo_primary_category":"15"},"advertiser":[3523],"class_list":["post-69774","native","type-native","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","advertiser-lockheed-martin"],"acf":{"subheadline":"By Stephanie C. Hill; President, Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems ","legacy_arc_id":"FOB3HJIPNRBSHA5U6ZTLP5Q6T4","arc_canonical_url":"\/native\/lockheed-martin\/2025\/05\/07\/crewed-uncrewed-teaming-changes-the-game-for-the-army\/","remove_feature_photo":false,"is_sponsored":false,"subtype":"native-layout","redirect_url":"","disable_inline_ads":false,"native_logo_pretext":"Presented By:"},"yoast_head":"\n