With this developing capability, MQ-9B will be the first #UAS in its class to enable big-deck amphib takeoff and landing, unlocking unlimited potential at sea. Presenting MQ-9B’s new short takeoff and landing capability: MQ-9B STOL
GA-ASI began STOL development in 2017 as part of its Mojave initiative.” “GA-ASI is taking on this revolutionary engineering effort to meet an evolving operational environment in contested expeditionary environments. General Atomics Aeronautical Systems said that it would begin developing a short takeoff and landing (STOL)-capable MQ-9B aircraft, which includes the SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian models. This isn’t the first time, either.Įarlier this year, General Atomics showed off a concept for a carrier-capable MQ-9B drone, a type already entering service with the Royal Air Force. While the UK hasn’t committed to operating drones like this from the carriers, it’s clear they’re trying to sell the idea to Royal Navy brass. Stephen Watson, Director of Atlantic Future Forum tweeted:Īnd one here onboard for #AFF22 in New York last week Hugely impressive capability. The following image was snapped at the Atlantic Future Forum, a defence and diplomatic conferencing event held onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth in New York Harbour. A cousin of the new Protector drone has been spotted onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth amid speculation that drones of a similar design could be operated from British aircraft carriers in the future.
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