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Optionally Piloted Vehicle (OPV)

An aircraft that can be flown by a human pilot or operate autonomously (without a pilot) using remote control or pre-programmed instructions.

Rotary-wing aircraft

Aircraft that get their lift from rotating blades, such as helicopters and gyroplanes.

Operational Experimentation Program

A structured plan to test and evaluate new technologies or methods in a realistic setting to determine their practical usefulness and effectiveness.

Contested environments

Areas or situations where an opposing force is present and actively resisting or challenging operations, often involving significant threats.

Multi-domain operations

Military operations conducted across various environments (such as land, air, sea, space, and cyberspace) and working together to achieve a common goal.

Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)

Detailed methods and actions used by military forces to perform tasks and accomplish missions effectively.

Special Use Airspace

Designated airspace where certain activities, like military training or testing, are allowed and are restricted from other aircraft for safety or security reasons.