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  • Boeing's robot helicopter almost ready to resupply tomorrow's military

    03/17/2010 2:00:03 PM PDT · by smokingfrog · 1 replies · 578+ views
    DVICE ^ | 3-15-10 | Kevin Hall
    Boeing's A160T "Hummingbird" robotic helicopter looks like it's almost ready for prime time, as the company tested its military vehicle in a series of mock resupply tests. The 'bird performed a variety of maneuvers over seven test flights, including hovering at 12,000 feet with a load of 1,250 pounds carried by a sling. While the A160T is perfect for recon and surveillance, it's ability to lug around heavy equipment is an invaluable service, as it'd be able to ferry supplies between bases and resupply troops in the field with a lot less danger than a ground-based vehicle.