Persistent Network Extension Across the BattlespaceCommunication relay drones serve as airborne or maritime network nodes, enabling resilient, beyond line of sight (BLOS) connectivity in complex or denied environments. As modern warfare becomes increasingly reliant on real time data flow, distributed command and control, and unmanned systems integration, relay drones are a critical enabler of tactical and strategic communications.Mission Fit:• Extending tactical data links (Link 16, SATCOM, MANET) across terrain and range obstacles• Acting as airborne or maritime mesh nodes to maintain connectivity in degraded RF environments• Bridging comms between disaggregated force packages in multi domain operations• Maintaining line of sight links for UAS, ground forces, or special operations teams• Relaying voice, video, and sensor data in real time across domains• Rapid deployment in comms denied zones to support amphibious or expeditionary operations• Serving as gateway nodes for UGV or USV con