Launched Effect drones are tremendous assets, but their limited range means they need a proven and survivable platform like the Black Hawk to bring them closer to the action and maximize their time on station. Modernizing the Black Hawk is a low-risk, affordable path to meet these and other critical needs that include:Introducing engine upgrades that provide the Black Hawk increased payload, range and capacity to meet the needs of forces in the Indo-Pacific;Integrating on-board drones and launchers, strengthening the Black Hawk’s role as a forward node on the network; andInstalling a modular open systems approach, or MOSA, digital backbone, so the Black Hawk can enable forward mission command of launched effects and other uncrewed aircraft.