U.S. Army seeks resilient drones for Pacific missions
They must be capable of covering long distances and be resistant to harsh weather conditions. Such drones are needed by the American army, which is intensifying its search for equipment capable of moving over the waters of the Pacific. This is a key element of the U.S. Army's "Transformation in Contact" program.
As part of the "Transformation in Contact" program, the American army is searching for drones capable of long-range operations in the challenging weather conditions of the Pacific. According to Defense One, the program aims to experiment with and efficiently implement new technologies. These actions are meant to fill gaps in current military capabilities.
Operational challenges in the Pacific region
During the AUSA Land Forces Pacific symposium, Brigadier General Mike Rose, commander of the 3rd MDTF, emphasized the key challenge of long-distance reconnaissance. He noted that they are aware of existing gaps and confront them daily. Currently, efforts are underway to identify these deficiencies and test technologies that can mitigate them.
Meanwhile, Col. Charles Kean of the 1st MDTF points to the need for solar-powered drones that are lightweight and adapted to the specific climatic conditions of the region. Such drones must be capable of operating over long distances and in harsh weather conditions.
Program "Transformation in Contact"
The TiC program allows units to test systems that may be useful in future operational activities. In this way, technologies can be tailored to the specific requirements of units operating in different regions, including the Pacific area.
Units participating in TiC 2.0 have the opportunity to provide feedback to the industry on the tested systems. This makes it possible to introduce improvements and adjust technologies to changing operational requirements.
