Highly Secretive RQ-180 Drone Spotted Providing Surveillance for Artemis II Launch
A highly secretive U.S. Air Force aircraft, believed to be the Northrop Grumman RQ-180, has been spotted near the Kennedy Space Center. The stealth surveillance drone was reportedly operating in support of the upcoming Artemis II mission. This rare sighting suggests the unmanned aircraft system (UAS) was tasked with providing real-time intelligence and security monitoring for NASA's first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. The RQ-180, often nicknamed the "White Bat," is known for its advanced stealth and long-endurance capabilities. Its appearance underscores the significant security and surveillance measures being implemented for the historic spaceflight.
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