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US Marines are exploring using helicopters as 'airborne motherships' and flying command posts for FPV drones
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The US Marine Corps is testing the use of helicopters as mobile platforms to launch and control FPV (first-person view) drones, extending drone operational range and enabling command capabilities from the air.
US Marines are exploring using helicopters as 'airborne motherships' and flying command posts for FPV drones
Launching the drones from helicopters extends their reach and allows the aircraft to operate at further distances.
US Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Symira Bostic
US Marines tested deploying and controlling FPV drones from helicopters.
They also passed control of a drone launched by ground forces to a helicopter miles away.
These practices could deliver advantages in combat for Marines.
US Marines have been trying out new roles for their H-1 helicopters, exploring whether they can serve as airborn
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