US military uses drone boat for first helicopter crew rescue

The US military has achieved a significant milestone by successfully rescuing two US Army pilots using a drone boat after their helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz. This marks the first time a drone has been employed for a maritime rescue operation of this nature. Task Force 59, responsible for integrating uncrewed systems and AI into naval operations, executed the rescue. The incident highlights the growing capabilities of autonomous systems in critical military support roles and suggests a future where such technology will be increasingly utilized for search and rescue missions, particularly in strategic maritime areas.