Middle East Airlines to Consider Converting Black Hawks to Autonomous UHawks

Sikorsky is proposing the conversion of aging Black Hawk helicopters to autonomous UHawks, which would extend their life and reduce costs. The company’s Matrix autonomy system would be integrated into existing Black Hawks, and flight testing is expected to begin in mid-2026. This development may have implications for the Middle East’s defense industry, where local production is encouraged. The proposal was first reported by Breaking Defense.