Abstract:
The present disclosure provides various embodiments of a rotorcraft-assisted launch and retrieval system including a rotorcraft having a fixed-wing aircraft capture assembly configured to capture a fixed-wing aircraft.
Abstract:
The present disclosure presents various embodiments of a system for retrieving a fixed-wing aircraft (8030) from free flight using a flexible capture member (8004). The system includes a GPS reference sensor (8020) and a communication link to guide the fixed-wing aircraft to intercept the flexible capture member.
Abstract:
The present disclosure describes various systems, devices, and methods configured to retrieve a fixed-wing aircraft from free flight using a flexible capture member and a monopole assembly.
Abstract:
The present disclosure provides various embodiments of a rotorcraft-assisted launch and retrieval system including a rotorcraft having a fixed-wing aircraft capture assembly configured to capture a fixed-wing aircraft.
Abstract:
Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a helicopter-mediated system and method for launching and retrieving an aircraft capable of long-distance efficient cruising flight from a small space without the use of a long runway.