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Shield AI’s X-BAT Aims to Turn a VTOL Drone Into a Stealthy Autonomous Fighter
Key Takeaways
- Shield AI disclosed new X-BAT details at Sea-Air-Space 2026.
- The tail-sitting drone is designed for vertical takeoff and landing and autonomous combat missions.
- The company says its internal payload bays are roughly comparable in size to those of the F-35.
- VTOL testing is planned before the end of 2026 and is central to the program’s viability.
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DT Editorial Team··via twz.com
