U.S. Army Initiates Modular Drone Payload Integration with Picatinny CLIK Standards
DEFENSE
The U.S. Army is advancing a modular, plug-and-play drone payload integration initiative using Picatinny CLIK and sUPI standards. A sources sought notice was issued on February 24, 2026, to gather industry input for a standardized munition payload interface for uncrewed aerial systems.
The Army aims to enhance the rapid deployment of unmanned systems by 2027, enabling soldiers to engage targets more safely and effectively. An industry day is planned for summer 2026 to share a draft Request for Proposal.
Feb 27, 2026, 6:06 AM
