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Anduril Unveils Autonomous Tiltrotor Drone

6 sources · first reported 17h ago

Anduril introduces the Thunder, a highly autonomous wingman drone designed to fly deep into hostile airspace at low altitude, supporting AH-64 Apaches and MV-75 Cheyennes. The Thunder is a tiltrotor attack drone concept. It is intended to operate in challenging environments as a companion to manned aircraft.

Why it matters

The development of autonomous drones like the Thunder highlights the growing importance of unmanned systems in modern warfare, enhancing the capabilities of manned aircraft in hostile territories. This technology signifies a step forward in autonomous flight and cooperative engagement between manned and unmanned platforms.

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  1. Financial Times ·