
The Navy’s MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned helicopter on Nov. 20 wrapped up its operational assessment (OA), readying the program for a Milestone C decision next year.During the assessment, the service tested the MQ-8C’s endurance, reliability and performance, including its ability to survey maritime and land targets, Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) stated in a news release on Monday. Its sensors and systems were tested at different altitudes and ranges during day and nighttime conditions. The OA also evaluated the integration…