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Boeing Tests Software Connecting Super Hornet Fighters With MQ-25A Drone Tankers
Key Takeaways
- Boeing has demonstrated software designed to let Super Hornet pilots coordinate with MQ-25A unmanned tankers.
- The demonstration addresses the human-machine interface layer needed for crewed-unmanned teaming in carrier aviation.
- The MQ-25A is a carrier-based unmanned tanker intended to extend fighter range and reduce risk to crews.
- Technical challenges remain, including trust, data-link resilience, and certification for carrier operations.
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DT Editorial Team··via interestingengineering.com