{"id":35945,"date":"2025-06-20T15:13:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T15:13:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/marinecorpstimes\/uncategorized\/2025\/06\/20\/company-conducts-first-autonomous-helicopter-flight-for-marine-program\/"},"modified":"2026-08-08T21:05:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T21:05:07","slug":"company-conducts-first-autonomous-helicopter-flight-for-marine-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/one.sightlinemg.com\/marinecorpstimes\/news\/your-marine-corps\/2025\/06\/20\/company-conducts-first-autonomous-helicopter-flight-for-marine-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Company conducts first autonomous helicopter flight for Marine program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A company working with the Marine Corps recently completed its first autonomous test flight of a helicopter as part of a Marine logistics program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Near Earth Autonomy completed the test flight using a Leonardo AW139 helicopter under the Marine Corps Aerial Logistics Connector program, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/defence-blog.com\/us-marine-corps-tests-autonomous-aw139-helicopter\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/defence-blog.com\/us-marine-corps-tests-autonomous-aw139-helicopter\/\">Defence Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The May flight was the first time the company used its onboard autonomy stack to control the flight, company officials told <a href=\"https:\/\/defence-blog.com\/us-marine-corps-tests-autonomous-aw139-helicopter\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/defence-blog.com\/us-marine-corps-tests-autonomous-aw139-helicopter\/\">Defence Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis flight showcases Near Earth Autonomy\u2019s leadership in developing trusted autonomy for real-world operations,\u201d said Dr. Sanjiv Singh, CEO of Near Earth Autonomy. \u201cBy directly controlling the AW139\u2019s flight modes with our autonomy system, we\u2019ve shown that scalable autonomous logistics using existing platforms is not just possible, it\u2019s happening now.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ALC program is working to deliver an autonomous aerial logistics system that \u201cenhances military readiness and operational flexibility.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Future tests are planned to expand on autonomy features with automated route planning, obstacle avoidance and logistics system integration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The test used the Honeywell-owned AW139 as a testbed outfitted with avionics that interfaced directly with the autonomy package. Leonardo, the original manufacturer of the aircraft, provided engineering support for systems integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis successful demonstration is a major step in creating brand new possibilities for not only the USMC, but potentially other helicopter operators as well,\u201d said Bob Buddecke, President of Electronic Solutions at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cTogether with Near Earth Autonomy and Leonardo, we\u2019re showing how existing aircraft can be adapted with trusted avionics to support the next generation of defense logistics,\u201d he added. \u201cUncrewed aircraft will be vital in keeping service men and women safe in contested environments, and we are one step closer to realizing that vision.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Near Earth Autonomy also received a $790,000 Navy contract to deliver miniaturized autonomy service for the Marine Corps\u2019 Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft System program in April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The drone allows for rapid resupply and routine distribution with high speed and precision, Near Earth Autonomy told the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.therobotreport.com\/near-earth-autonomy-delivers-miniaturized-autonomy-systems-u-s-marines\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/www.therobotreport.com\/near-earth-autonomy-delivers-miniaturized-autonomy-systems-u-s-marines\/\">Robot Report<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe Firefly autonomy system is designed to give the U.S. Marine Corps a critical edge in contested and complex environments,\u201d Singh said. \u201cBy enabling autonomous resupply without the need for pre-mapped routes or clear landing zones, we\u2019re reducing risk to personnel and ensuring that essential supplies reach frontline units faster and more reliably than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis capability enhances operational agility and strengthens the Marines\u2019 ability to sustain missions in the most challenging conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The April award is part of a larger $4.6 million contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Near Earth\u2019s technology allows aircraft take off, fly and land autonomously with or without GPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company\u2019s Firefly system provides advanced environmental perception and intelligent flight capabilities. 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