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MQ-28 Flies with F-15EX

1 source · first reported 7h ago

via Flightglobal

The uncrewed MQ-28 Ghost Bat tactical jet operated alongside the F-15EX as part of the Valiant Shield exercises in the Pacific. The MQ-28 spent 10 days operating from a base in the Northern Mariana Islands and took on fuel from an HC-130J. This exercise demonstrates the integration of unmanned systems with manned aircraft.

Why it matters

The successful operation of the MQ-28 with the F-15EX showcases the potential for unmanned systems to enhance military capabilities and highlights the progress of the US Air Force's unmanned programs.

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