Guardsman learns to fly autonomous Black Hawk in less than an hour

BLUF

A U.S. Guardsman using an ipad and with no previous aviation background, successfully manoeuvred an optionally piloted Black Hawk helicopter in less than an hour. This technology offers commanders greater operational logistics resilience and flexibility

Learning Outcomes:

• Appreciate the capabilities of new technology
• Appreciate the strategic advantages of new technology afforded to Commanders
• Understand the flow on effects of technology to FIC