US tests advanced deep sea submarine detection drone

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has tested its MQ-9B SeaGuardian drone, which can detect and track submarines. The test, conducted over ten days in late January, demonstrated the drone's advanced capabilities in maritime defense. The SeaGuardian features automatic takeoff and landing, a range of 5,753 miles, and can fly at altitudes over 40,000 feet. It uses a Sonobuoy Dispensing System to deploy sonar buoys that detect submarines with high precision. This drone offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional manned anti-submarine warfare methods. It can autonomously analyze sonar data, providing real-time insights and tracking submarines more effectively than previous systems.