Boeing and US Navy Complete First Test Flight of MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker
Boeing's MQ-25A Stingray, the US Navy's first unmanned aerial refueling tanker, has successfully completed its maiden flight. The two-hour test flight was conducted by Boeing test pilots from a ground control station at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport. The aircraft autonomously performed its taxi, takeoff, and flew a predetermined route to validate its basic flight functions. This event marks a significant milestone in developing the Navy's carrier-based unmanned refueling capabilities. The MQ-25 is designed to extend the combat range of key aircraft like the F/A-18 Super Hornet and F-35C.
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