Pentagon, Air Warfare

How the US, allies and adversaries see the future of drone wingmen

In the third video focused on manned-unmanned teaming, we trace how the concept has evolved inside the US defense industry and among other militaries across the globe.

In this third edition of our new series looking at the past, present and future of manned-unmanned teaming, we look at some industrial base issues, check in with what the Navy is doing and then ask how allies — and competitors — around the world are approaching the concept of loyal wingman drones.

Caitlin Lee of the RAND Corporation and JJ Gertler of the Teal Group join Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta and Air Warfare Reporter Michael Marrow for a lively panel discussion on the recent history and possible future of closely partnering with drones in combat.

To learn more, check out the first or second videos in our series. And check back next week for our final video!