Boeing A160T Hummingbird UAV proves front line resupply capabilities

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A Boeing A160T Hummingbird UAV, like the one shown here during a previous sling-load test flight, has met or exceeded all requirements during a sling-load cargo demonstration for the U.S. Marines

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Boeing A160T Hummingbird UAV proves front line resupply capabilities

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Boeing’s A160T Hummingbird UAV has successfully completed a simulated mission test proving the unmanned rotorcraft’s ability to resupply frontline troops in rough terrain. The demonstration saw the A160T carry 1,250-pound sling loads over two 150-nautical-mile round trips operating autonomously on a pre-programmed mission. The demonstration proved the craft is capable of delivering at least 2,500 pounds of cargo from one simulated forward-operating base to another 75 nautical miles away in well under the required six hours.

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