The US unveiled a new drone resembling the Iranian-designed Shahed, produced by SpektreWorks, at the Pentagon. Named the Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS), this drone aims to support the military's Indo-Pacific Command by serving as a low-cost threat emulator. With an emphasis on increasing the production of affordable drones using off-the-shelf components, the military is adapting to the rise of robotic warfare. The LUCAS, along with other prototypes, was developed rapidly within 18 months and is designed to enhance military capabilities while controlling costs.
The new Shahed-style drone could support the military's Indo-Pacific Command by providing a viable threat emulator and offering a low operational and maintenance cost compared to traditional munitions systems.
This makes the FLM 131 attractive to Joint Forces looking for one-way attack systems that enhance capabilities without increasing costs.
The Spektreworks LUCAS design was one out of 18 American-made drone prototypes on display at the Pentagon, developed in a period of about 18 months.
The FLM 136, nearly 10 feet in length and with a wingspan of just over 8 feet, can cruise at 55 knots and has a maximum payload of 40 pounds.
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