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MQ-25 Uncrewed Tanker Returns to Sea

2 sources · first reported Yesterday

via Flightglobal

The Boeing-owned MQ-25 T1 test asset has returned to sea for the first time in five years, aboard a US aircraft carrier. The aircraft previously completed deck handling trials in 2021.

Why it matters

The MQ-25 uncrewed tanker's return to sea is significant for the development of unmanned refueling capabilities for the US Navy.

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