Royal Navy's Proteus Autonomous Helicopter Completes Maiden Flight
Britain's Royal Navy has successfully conducted the maiden flight of Proteus, its first full-sized autonomous helicopter designed for anti-submarine warfare and high-risk operations in the North Atlantic. Developed by Leonardo as part of a £60 million initiative, Proteus features advanced sensors and software for autonomous decision-making, enhancing military capabilities in response to rising defense needs following the conflict in Ukraine. The helicopter aims to support the US and NATO allies against evolving regional threats.

Britain's Royal Navy conducted the maiden flight of Proteus, its first full-sized autonomous helicopter, designed for anti-submarine warfare and high-risk operations in the North Atlantic. Developed by Leonardo, Proteus is part of a £60 million program aimed at enhancing military capabilities in response to increasing defense spending following Russia's conflict in Ukraine.
The helicopter utilizes advanced sensors and software for autonomous decision-making. It will support the US and NATO allies against evolving threats in the region.




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