US Uses Sea Drone To Rescue Pilots Near Hormuz Strait In Historic First Mission

Washington: A US Army helicopter was on a routine mission near the Gulf of Hormuz. Then it crashed. After the accident, two soldiers from the helicopter got stuck in the sea. The biggest problem on such occasions is arriving on time. The waves were strong, the area was sensitive. If there was a delay in rescue, the danger would have increased. The US Navy took immediate action. They fielded their newest unmanned maritime drone. With the help of these drones, help was provided to the soldiers and they were rescued safely.

Who became the hero of the rescue?

The drone named "Saronic Corsair" became the hero of this mission. It is an autonomous marine vehicle, which means it can be driven remotely. No driver sits in it. The length is about 24 feet. It can complete missions in the sea over long distances. Monitoring, patrolling, providing help in emergencies – everything is within its control. This time it proved that it is not just a toy with a camera.

Why is it being called historical?

This is the first time in the history of the American military that an unmanned maritime system has directly saved the lives of soldiers. Until now such drones were used only for spying and monitoring the area. After the success of the rescue, defence experts are saying that the military strategy is about to change. Machines will play a big role in the future fight and defence.

What is the work of 'Task Force 59'?

The US Navy had created a special unit a few years ago – 'Task Force 59'. Its only job is to use drones and unmanned machines in military operations. In the last few months, this unit has deployed many advanced drones in the maritime areas of the Middle East. With their help, surveillance and security of the area are being strengthened. The Hormuz rescue was also the result of the planning of this unit.

Why are maritime drones becoming so important for the army?

In today's war, the most important thing is to reduce the risk to the soldiers. Unmanned drones can go to dangerous places without putting any soldier's life at stake. They monitor the sea, track enemy movements, find mines laid in the sea and provide help to people trapped in emergencies. 

Will their use increase in future?

Experts believe that navies will use such autonomous drones on a large scale in the coming years. Their cost is low, response is fast and there is no risk.

What could be better than this for the army?

The technology is not completely confirmed yet, new updates are coming every day. But the Hormuz rescue proved that machines without humans are no longer just a thing of the future. These are today's realities and will become an important part of the future war and security plan.