How Airbus’s UH-72 Unmanned Logistics Connector is revolutionising USMC logistics
The UH-72 was selected to participate in Phase 1 of the USMC Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC) programme. (Photo: Airbus)
Unveiled in early 2024, the UH-72 Logistics Connector is a pivotal component of the Aerial Logistics Connector (ALC), aimed at addressing the logistics needs of the US Marine Corps (USMC).
The UH-72 Logistics Connector (LC), a drone developed by Airbus and adapted from the UH-72B crewed helicopter, is a derivative of the H145. The platform was unveiled in early 2024 and is a key component of the USMC Light Utility Transformative Vertical Lift (TVL) programme which is addressing the force’s logistical requirements.
The UH-72 LC was introduced to the market at Sea-Air-Space 2024 and boasts several features that distinguish it from the traditional crewed UH-72A and updated UH-72B that was introduced into US Army fleets in 2021. It incorporates an open autonomy and digital backbone, enabling future software enhancements
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