As security threats become increasingly decentralized, small, affordable, and scalable drones prove integral to the modern warfighter's success and safety. These platforms can perform complex tasks with minimal human intervention, significantly increasing protection to the warfighter. This makes them powerful force-multiplier in modern warfare.
Key Advantages of Small UAS
Improved Surveillance: Drones enable long-range missions to be performed with relative ease while keeping military personnel safely out of harm's way.
Real-Time Insights: Long-range drones like the Albatross UAV can provide near-continuous real-time information on the enemy's position and movements.
Situational Awareness: Small UAS provide real-time information about terrain, enemy positions, and other shifting variables. The ability to see what is and isn't nearby helps the modern warfighter make informed decisions about proceeding. This is critical because the ability to know what is and isn't about to happen can be the difference between life and death in combat zones.
Battle Assessment Damage: Small UAS can help determine the amount of damage in the aftermath of an attack.
Critical Supply Transport: With a 4kg payload capacity, drones like the Albatross UAV can be used to carry light-weight supplies like medicines and tools between locations. This significantly minimizes service personnel risk in dangerous combat situations.