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MQ-9B SeaGuardian Gains Expanded Sub-Hunting Capability

MQ-9B SeaGuardian is undergoing expanded ASW capability testing. Image: GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) is giving the MQ-9B SeaGuardian sharper teeth for hunting enemy submarines.

In recent tests, the drone deployed more Sonobuoy Dispensing System (SDS) pods, effectively doubling the load it can carry.

It successfully dropped a mix of sensors designed to measure ocean conditions, detect submarines passively, and actively track targets.

Read the full story on NextGen Defense: GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Evolves With Ultra’s Sub-Hunting Tech

Tags Anti-submarineanti-submarine warfareautonomous aerial vehicleMQ-9B droneSeaGuardian dronetechnologyUnited States
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