1. Northrop Grumman Unmanned Systems
Medium Range
Tactical Systems
8 October 2013
Thomas Twomey
Fire Scout Business Development

2. Unmanned Systems Programs
Global Hawk UAS
Unmanned Systems
Triton UAS
NATO AGS
Fire Scout MQ-8B
MP-RTIP
EURO HAWK®
Bat
Navy UCAS
Firebird
Fire Scout MQ-8C
Approved for Public Release: Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Case , 3/29/12

3. NAVAIR Public Release 2012-1019
Distribution: Statement A – Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited

4. Carrier Based UAS Development Effort
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
FY05
FY06
FY07
FY08
FY09
FY10
FY11
FY12
FY13
FY14
FY15
FY16
FY17
FY18
FY19
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J-UCAS Program
“Restructure the J-UCAS program and develop an unmanned, longer-range carrier- based aircraft capable of being air-refueled…to increase naval reach and persistence.”
QDR
Phase 1: Critical Technology Maturation/Demonstration
Phase 2: Operational System Development
Future Carrier Based Unmanned Air System(s)
UCAS Carrier Demonstration (UCAS-D)
UCAS-CV integration demo using operationally relevant, tailless LO- planform UCAS prototype aircraft
Reach TRL-6 on CV ops-related technologies
Sea Trials NLT FY13
Autonomous Aerial Refueling demo
Requirements determination in progress (UCLASS)
NAVAIR Public Release
Distribution: Statement A – Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited

5. UCAS Carrier Launch 5

6. UCAS Carrier Landing 6

7. Persistent, Multi-INT and Optionally Piloted
Firebird Overview
Persistent, Multi-INT and Optionally Piloted
Key Characteristics
Multi - INT
Scalable GCS
IP, Service-based Open Architecture
Multiple, Simultaneous Sensors
Optionally Piloted
UAV endurance, manned flexibility
Scalable GCS
Internal Payload Bay
Transportable
Approved for Public Release: Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Case , 7/30/13

8. Bridging Manned & Unmanned ISR platforms – Why it’s important
Manned Strengths
Unmanned Strengths
More control and tasking capability to tactical commanders on the ground
Seamless operation in the U.S. national airspace
Accommodates larger sensor payloads
Less cost to integrate new capabilities
Agility and responsiveness
Greater endurance than manned platforms
Lower operational cost than manned ISR platforms
Keeps people out of immediate danger
Lower maintenance and manpower costs
Flexibility
Utility
Plug-and-Play architecture
IP-based connectivity
Kit-based OPV
Common mission management
Large internal payload bay
Interface with ground units
Multi-sensor, multi-mission
Approved for Public Release: Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems Case , 7/30/13

9. Bat-12 Autonomous Group 3 Small Tactical UAS
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

10. Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010
Bat-12 Specifications
Max Payload
50 lb Payload
Max Endurance
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

11. Bat UAS Features
Highly Modular Components allow Flexibility and Ease of Maintenance
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

12. Bat-12 Payload Volume
Over 3 ft3 of Payload Capacity and 750 Watts of Power
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

13. Custom Smaller Launcher MIL-SPEC Shadow Launcher
Bat-12 Launch
Custom Smaller Launcher
4 pneumatic cylinders
Fully automated launcher operated from GCS
Self contained compressor & generator
Storage for 3 Bat UAVs and net recovery
MIL-SPEC Shadow Launcher
In theater. Used by Shadow UAV
Easy setup and teardown
Four 10-ft sections fold for easy transport
HMMWV trailer transportable
Runway Independent
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

14. Bat-12 Recovery Runway Independent
4 Redundant Hooks: 2 nose / 2 Winglets
30 minute setup/teardown
Runway Independent
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

15. Bat UAS Ground Control Station
Ruggedized laptops or HMMWV mounted 788 shelter.
One System GCS (OSGCS) integration under way.
Multiple air vehicles can be operated simultaneously from a single IP- based, STANAG compliant, GCS feeding multiple workstations and the warfighter.
Scalable Ground Control Station
Approved for Public Release: OSR 10-S-2575 Dated 13 July 2010

16. Vertical Takeoff and Landing Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle System
MQ-8 Fire Scout
Vertical Takeoff and Landing Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle System

17. NAVAIR Public Release 12-0700
Fire Scout
MQ-8B
Operational
MQ-8C In Development
Ship-Based
Land-Based
NAVAIR Public Release
Distribution Statement A: Approved for public release, distribution is unlimited; NGAS
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18. Current Fire Scout Activities
04 September 2013

19. MQ-8B Fire Scout Fully Autonomous Vertical Take-off and Landing System
Complementary Aircraft Capabilities
Provides tactical intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeting data
Designed to operate from all control station equipped air-capable ships and shore facilities
System Components:
1 to 4 aircraft
Ground Control Station
Sensors
Electro-Optical / Infra-Red (FLIR Brite Star II)
Maritime Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Signals Intelligence Payloads
Communications
Tactical Common Data Link (TCDL) / Primary C2
Radios (ARC-210) / Secondary C2
Unmanned Common Automatic Recovery System (UCARS)
MQ-8B
MH-60
11,400+ Total Flight Hours
9,400+ Operational Hours
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: SPR , 25 February 2013; NGAS

20. Fire Scout Specification and Size Comparisons
L (ft)
H (ft)
Rtr D (ft)
GW (lbs)
Max (kts)
Ceil (ft)
End (hrs)
MH-60S/R
64.8
17.5
53.7
22,500
180
13,000
3.0/3.5
MQ-8B 30
9.7
27.5
3,150
85+
12,500+
6.0+
Jet Ranger
39.2
8.3
33.4
3,350
128
20,000
4.7
13.75 ft (4.2 m)
9.7 ft
(2.96 m)
5.75 ft (1.8 m)
WLO
15.5 ft (4.7 m)
7.58 ft (2.3 m)
30 ft (9.15 m)
14.5 Degree
1.92 ft (.6 m)
7.5 ft
(2.3 m)
Length 30 ft (9.15 m)
Rotor Diameter 27.5 ft (8.4 m)
Height ft (2.96 m)
Gross Weight 3,150 lbs (1,429 kg)
Engine Rolls-Royce 250-C20W
Speed Knots
Ceiling ,500+ ft (3.8 km)
Endurance 6+ Hours
3 MQ-8B Aircraft Stowage within
SH-60 Footprint
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: NAVAIR , 1 March 2011

21. MQ-8B Weapons Rapid Deployment Capability (RDC)
Supporting Navy to develop a ship-based, Fire Scout weapons capability
Responds to Navy requirements to engage targets on land with laser-guided accuracy while keeping warfighters out of harm's way
Weapon:
Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS)
Live Fire 2013
Launcher
APKWS
Navy designed
Leverages existing designs
Laser guided rocket
2.75 inches x 75 inches
32 Lbs
5 km range
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: SPR , 25 February 2013; NGAS

22. MQ-8B Radar Rapid Development Capability (RDC)
Telephonics 1700B Radar
Capabilities:
Multi-mode Maritime Surveillance, Tracking, Imaging Navigation, Avoidance
Operational Modes
Surveillance
Search and Rescue
Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar (ISAR) + Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Imaging
Search and Rescue Beacon Detection
Cue to Electro Optical (EO)/Infra-Red (IR) payload for identification
Provides warfighter with:
Large Area Search
Cueing to other sensors (EO/IR, AIS)
Long-Range Large/Small boat Threat Detection
SAR SPOT
SHIP
CLASSIFICATION
SAR
ISAR
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: SPR , 25 February 2013; NGAS

23. Fire Scout Payload Development
USN Baseline
Near Term Payloads
Future/Potential
Communications and data relay packages
Chem/bio/nuclear detect
Homeland security
EW/SIGINT
SATCOM
Acoustic relay
Lightweight sonobuoys
FLIR Star SAFIRE III
Logistics supply pods
EO/IR/LRF
RADAR (Baseline in 2012)
EO/IR/LRF
Automatic Identification System
Maritime Multi-Mode Radar
Logistics Supply Pods
Mine Detection
Modular Payload Architecture
Swap payloads between missions (Load and Go)
System recognizes payload and automatically loads software module
Easily accommodate new payloads via defined interface specifications and open architecture
Minor control changes to hardware/software on air vehicle and GCS for new payloads
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: NAVAIR Dated 11 May 2010

24. Mission Capability Comparison
Fire Scout Complements Many Current Mission Sets
MQ-8B
SH-60
Current
Long Dwell Surveillance
SAR Search
Force Protection Multiplier
Mine Warfare (compliment MH-60S)
Future
ASUW Large Area Surveillance
ASUW Kill
Data Relay
ASUW Search
ASUW Detect
ASUW Track
ASUW ID
Surveillance
Communication Relay
Maintain Common Operating Picture
Logistics
Search and Rescue
ASW Search
ASW Detect
ASW Track
ASW Classify
ASW Kill
ASUW Large Area Surveillance
ASUW Kill
Flexibility, mission enhancement and future capability
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Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: NAVAIR Dated 11 March 2009

25. Existing TCS Control Segment Leverages MQ-8B Ship Integration
MQ-8 System Evolution
Schweizer 333
Existing TCS Control Segment
Navy RQ-8A
Navy MQ-8B
Fire X Demonstrator
MQ-8C Production UAV
Bell 407
OH-58D
Bell 206L
Leverages MQ-8B Ship Integration
Leverages current Navy program of record and over 10 years of development
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: NAVAIR , 20 September 2011; NGAS

26. MQ-8C Fire Scout MQ-8C based on Fire-X prototype
Combining the most mature VTUAV architecture in the world from the MQ-8B Fire Scout with a highly mature, reliable and proven aircraft in the Bell 407
Fire Scout endurance upgrade, designated MQ-8C, developed in response to AFRICOM urgent requirement for enhanced sea-based ISR capability 26
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: SPR , 25 February 2013; NGAS

27. All system attributes greater than TRL 9
MQ-8C System Makeup
TCDL
Wide band data link
Component of LCS
Added for other ship
classes
Support Segment
Deck Handling
Refuel/Defuel
Non-powered A/C movement
Landing Grid
MQ-8B
Schweizer 333
Key
Existing
Modification
New
Ship Control Station
Common Equipment
ARC-210 Radios
TCDL
GPS/INS
RADALT
IFF
Flight Power Conditioning Unit
Aux Power Conditioning Unit
Environmental Control System
Ethernet Switch & Router
Payload Interface Unit
Ice Detector
Vehicle Management Computers (2)
Flight Control / Engine Actuators (6)
Voice Digitizing Module
Engine Interface Unit
EO/IR Payload
Ground control Panel
I/O Data Panel
Harpoon
3 UHF/VHF Antennas
1 UCARS Antenna
2 TCDL Antennas
2 GPS/INS Antennas
2 RADALT Antennas
2 IFF Antennas
97% common software, 3% Vehicle Specific Module
Air Vehicle
Software
TCS
Mission Execution
Mission planning interface?
Strike planning?
Intel analysis
Bell 407
UCARS
Guidance, Nav, & Control
Precision Nav
LSO
Method to monitor and communicate with aircraft
Safety of Flight Ops
All system attributes greater than TRL 9
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: NAVAIR , 20 September 2011; NGAS

28. Potential Cargo Capability
Provides significant cargo/logistics capability…both internal and external
Internal modular fuel configuration could facilitate efficient support to small field units
Sea base replenishment more attractive with internal capability
Fundamental cargo work complete
Baseline Bell 407 well suited to the mission
Brings true multi-mission capability
ISR—EO/IR; Radar; Electronic Warfare; Communications Relay
Resupply
Successful Technical Assessment Has Led to Opportunities to Expand Fire Scout Mission Set
Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited: SPR , 25 February 2013; NGAS

29. MQ-8C Fire Scout

30. MQ-8C Fire Scout
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