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Leonardo Helicopters successfully conducted the maiden flight of the Proteus autonomous helicopter for the UK Royal Navy at Predannack airfield, lasting 12 minutes and operating independently of ground control. Developed under a £60 million contract, Proteus is designed for roles such as anti-submarine warfare and cargo logistics, supporting the Royal Navy's Maritime Aviation Transformation strategy. This achievement aligns with the UK's Strategic Defense Review objectives to enhance naval operations with uncrewed systems.