US Navy F/A-18 Pilot Controls MQ-25 Stingray Drone From Cockpit in Milestone Test
The US Navy has successfully demonstrated the ability for an F/A-18 Super Hornet pilot to control an MQ-25 Stingray drone from the fighter's cockpit. This marks a significant milestone in the development of Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) capabilities. During the test flight, the pilot used newly installed command and control hardware and software to direct the unmanned tanker. The successful demonstration proves the initial interoperability of the two aircraft platforms. This capability is crucial for the Navy's plan to use the MQ-25 to extend the combat range of its carrier-based aircraft.
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