U.S. special forces want a helmet display with drone control

US Special Operations Command issued a sources-sought notice for a helmet-mounted display that could combine first-person-view drone control with tactical data in the operator's field of vision. Requested features include a 50-degree viewing angle, head tracking, certified ballistic protection and integration with the Android Tactical Assault Kit, while remaining compatible with existing radios, helmets and power equipment. The concept is intended for dismounted personnel working in contested or congested environments, with companies asked to respond by December 1, 2026. The notice is preliminary market research and does not specify a funded contract, a production quantity or a date for fielding the equipment.