Airbus Helicopters and the Defence Science and Technology Agency of Singapore (DSTA) have partnered to test the integration of manned helicopters and drones in military missions.
The project will use the H225M helicopters from the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and Airbus’ Flexrotor drone, aiming to enhance operational efficiency through improved real-time monitoring and greater tactical flexibility.
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The HTeaming system, developed by Airbus, will allow pilots to control the drone directly from the helicopter using a combination of specialized hardware and software.
The collaboration technology between manned and unmanned aircraft is increasingly being adopted by armed forces worldwide, seeking to combine the endurance of drones with human combat experience. Authorities emphasized that this innovation could be crucial in complex missions, such as search and rescue operations in extreme conditions.
Although the test date has not yet been set, the initiative places Singapore at the forefront of this technology, alongside a few countries already conducting advanced experiments in the field.
Source: UK Defence Journal | Photo: X @AirbusPRESS | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
