Northrop Grumman is demonstrating a prototype stores pod designed for carriage by its RQ-8B Firescout vertical take-off and landing UAV. The pod, initially being demonstrated to US Special Operations Command and the US Army, is intended for use in transporting emergency battlefield stores and supplies.
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Source: Flight International
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