Anduril's Drone Wingman Achieves First Flight in Defense Testing
TL;DR
Anduril's prototype drone, YFQ-44A, achieved its first flight as part of the Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, marking a significant step in developing autonomous drone wingmen to operate alongside fighter aircraft, with further testing and integration planned for 2026.
- Anduril drone wingman prototype makes first flight, Air Force says Breaking Defense
- US defense company Anduril flies its uncrewed jet drone for first time Reuters
- Anduril’s YFQ-44A Begins Flight Testing for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program Anduril
- Anduril’s drone wingman begins flight tests Defense News
- Anduril’s CCA Makes First Flight; YFQ-44A Flies Semi-Autonomously Air & Space Forces Magazine
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