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S-70UAS U-Hawk

Uncrewed, fully autonomous conversion of the UH-60L Black Hawk with the cockpit replaced by clamshell cargo doors.

by Sikorsky · Unveiled Oct 13, 2025

PrototypeUncrewed aircraftAirUnveiledOct 13, 2025
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Sikorsky converted a UH-60L Black Hawk into an autonomous utility UAS: the cockpit is replaced by actuated clamshell doors and a ramp, and flight controls by fly-by-wire with MATRIX autonomy. Sikorsky says it has 25% more cargo space than a Black Hawk.

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    U-Hawk unveiled at AUSA 2025

    Sikorsky revealed the prototype at AUSA 2025 and said first flight was expected in 2026.

    SourcesLockheed MartinThe Aviationist

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    CompanySikorsky Converts BLACK HAWK into U-Hawk: A Battle-Ready Autonomous UAS

    Lockheed Martin · Oct 13, 2025 · Supports: System, System milestone

    “has transformed a UH-60L Black Hawk® helicopter into the S-70UAS™ U-Hawk™, a versatile autonomous unmanned aircraft system (UAS) that has 25% more cargo space than a typical Black Hawk.”
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    NewsSikorsky Unveils the S-70UAS U-Hawk, First Fully Autonomous Black Hawk Helicopter

    The Aviationist · Oct 13, 2025 · Supports: System milestone

    “on Oct. 13, 2025, during the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) 2025, Sikorsky announced the new prototype of an unmanned Black Hawk, dubbed S-70UAS U-Hawk.”

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