Germany Expresses Interest in Acquiring Australian-Made 'Ghost Bat' Combat Drone
Germany's air force is considering the acquisition of the Australian-developed 'Ghost Bat' combat drone. The head of the German air force, Lt. Gen. Ingo Gerhartz, expressed significant interest in the uncrewed system during a visit to an Australian air base. Developed by Boeing Australia, the Ghost Bat is designed as a 'loyal wingman' to fly alongside crewed fighter jets, providing support and enhancing combat capabilities. This potential partnership highlights a growing international trend towards integrating advanced autonomous systems into modern air forces. The drone represents Australia's first domestically designed and manufactured combat aircraft in over half a century.
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