Apr 6, 2026 11:45 AM
Northrop Grumman recently put its new Lumberjack unmanned aerial vehicle through a live demonstration, showcasing its readiness for complex mission environments.
Northrop Grumman recently put its new Lumberjack unmanned aerial vehicle through a live demonstration, showcasing its readiness for complex mission environments.
The trial took place during the US Army’s Operation Lethal Eagle exercise, where the platform was integrated with the Maven Smart System.
During the test, Lumberjack deployed simulated Hatchet munitions, a six-pound (2.7-kilogram) precision-strike system, to mirror effects typically delivered by heavier weapons.
Read the full story on NextGen Defense: Lumberjack in Action: Northrop Tests Flexible Strike-and-Scout Platform
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