Considered an emerging technology some years ago, small precision guided munitions (PGM) can now be found in abundance. These miniature PGMs are not only available for MALE UAS but are also increasingly being integrated with smaller, tactical UAVs. In addition, UAS will likely be configured to carry air droppable unattended ground sensors. Amongst the first guided munitions that were considered for use on UAVs were 2.75in (70mm) guided rockets. Utilising the HYDRA rocket system, Lockheed Martin's DAGR and Raytheon's TALON are being looked at for integration with rotary wing platforms that are still mostly manned. However, BAE Systems' APKWS is also destined to be integrated on Northrop Grumman's MQ-8C FIRE SCOUT once at sea testing with the smaller MQ-8B has proved successful.
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