@inproceedings{db61ad1d20404dd79112b57685c7ac5b,
title = "Uncrewed Aerial System Integration in United States Coast Guard Search and Rescue",
abstract = "This work presents a safety-centric method for integrating Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) into United States Coast Guard Search and Rescue operations using Systems-Theoretic Process Analysis and a playbook-style Concept of Operations. It identifies safety constraints and operational requirements, then develops structured “plays” modeled on sports playbooks to facilitate coordination between helicopters and Uncrewed Aerial Systems across various operational phases. The Work Models that Compute framework simulates these plays in a range of conditions to evaluate search effectiveness and asset coordination. Results show that Uncrewed Aerial System integration can enhance operational effectiveness without increasing risk when properly coordinated.",
author = "Freeman, \{Michael I.\} and Pritchett, \{Amy R.\}",
note = "Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2026, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA. All rights reserved.; AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026 ; Conference date: 12-01-2026 Through 16-01-2026",
year = "2026",
doi = "10.2514/6.2026-0499",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9781624107658",
series = "AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026",
publisher = "American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA",
booktitle = "AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition, AIAA SciTech Forum 2026",
}