Navy-Marine Corps Test Sonobuoys From Osprey Aircraft

A groundbreaking test of sonobuoys was conducted from an MV-22B Osprey off San Clemente Island.

A joint test team from the Navy and Marine Corps has successfully executed the first lot acceptance test of sonobuoys launched from an MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft. This significant test took place off the coast of San Clemente Island, California. The operation aims to pave the way for deploying sonobuoys as a tactical tool across the fleet, enhancing capabilities in naval strategies.