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The USS Theodore Roosevelt is ready for MQ-25 Stingray operations, but the Navy won't start flying them until 2029, years behind schedule. The carrier has a drone control center prepared for the MQ-25. The delay pushes the operational deployment of the MQ-25 beyond initial expectations.
The MQ-25 Stingray is a critical unmanned aerial refueling platform for the Navy, and its delayed operational flight may impact the service's ability to support long-range missions. The delay also reflects the complexities of integrating new technologies into existing naval operations.
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