# Sikorsky Tests Unmanned U-Hawk

Sikorsky has begun flight testing the U-Hawk, an unmanned Black Hawk variant designed for autonomous cargo operations, and reports growing interest from the U.S. Marine Corps. The company is also assessing a retrofit kit for existing Black Hawks. This is an early market signal rather than an active procurement: no solicitation, award, contract value, or procurement timeline has been announced.

- The Marine Corps’ reported interest may indicate demand for autonomous cargo capabilities, but it does not establish a funded requirement or competition.
- Aircraft suppliers and contractors supporting aviation autonomy, cargo operations, or Black Hawk modifications can assess how their capabilities relate to the U-Hawk platform and potential retrofit approach.
- Procurement teams and prospective bidders should distinguish the ongoing flight-test activity from a formal acquisition opportunity; the signal provides no bid schedule or contracting details.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- United States Marine Corps (USMC)

### Vendors
- Sikorsky (U-Hawk platform developer and manufacturer)

### Sources
- [Sikorsky’s Unmanned U-Hawk Enters Flight Test Program, Sees ‘More Interest’ From Marines - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/sikorskys-unmanned-u-hawk-enters-flight-test-program-sees-more-interest-from-marines/army) - Defense Daily