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US Air Force receives first 'robot wingmen' drones
Original: US Air Force receives first ‘robot wingmen’ drones to begin autonomous warfare trials
The US Air Force has taken delivery of its first 'robot wingman' drones, autonomous aircraft designed to fly alongside crewed fighter jets. The delivery marks the start of trials into autonomous warfare, testing how unmanned drones can support pilots in combat missions. The programme is seen as a major step toward integrating AI-driven aircraft into military operations.
Why now: The delivery of the first autonomous combat drones marks a significant milestone in military aviation and AI warfare development.
US Air ForceCollaborative Combat AircraftUnited States
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