US Air Force special operations forces are eyeing powered gliders to resupply troops far from friendly supply lines
Powered gliders could give US special operators a low-signature way to get food, medical gear, and other supplies to isolated teams.
U.S. Air Force special operations personnel are evaluating powered gliders for delivering supplies to troops stationed far from supply routes, according to a recent exercise in Iceland. The low-tech systems aim to enable long-range resupply in contested environments where conventional means of transportation may be too risky or impractical.
The training reflects a broader effort to sustain dispersed forces in challenging terrains, such as the Arctic, an area of strategic competition among the U.S., NATO allies, Russia, and China. Although the specific model of the powered glider remains undisclosed, earlier experiments by Army Green Berets in Romania and Macedonia using Dzyne glider drones demonstrated the potential of this technology for transporting construction materials, food, and medical supplies.
The mission commander emphasized that these drills provide valuable experience in operating alongside allies in environments similar to those they may encounter in future conflicts.
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