Navy drone rescue highlights Task Force 59's role in unmanned systems development

A Navy drone rescued two U.S. Army helicopter crew members, highlighting the Navy's unmanned systems unit, Task Force 59. Task Force 59, based in Bahrain, tests and deploys sea drones for rapid response. The Pentagon is developing these autonomous vessels as cost-effective assets, despite challenges. The U.S. operates various surface and underwater drones for reconnaissance, surveillance, mine detection, and potentially offensive roles. Ukraine's Magura V5 is noted for its combat success.