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X-BAT, world’s first AI-piloted fighter jet with vertical takeoff and landing takes shape as Shield AI joins the US defense industry complex

Shield AI, a US defense technology company based in San Diego, has announced a pioneering advancement in military aviation with the unveiling of the X-BAT, the world’s first autonomous vertical take ...

180th Fighter Wing to conduct night flying: Here's when you might notice the 'Stingers' in action

The 180th's F-16 fighter jets may be seen or heard taking off and landing during the nighttime training flights until around ...
The Aviationist

Shield AI Unveils X-BAT VTOL Stealth Drone

Shield AI has revealed the X-BAT, a vertical take-off stealth jet designed for runway-free operations and powered by the firm’s Hivemind AI pilot. U.S. defense technology company Shield AI has ...
Flightglobal

Electra launches defence unit targeting military applications for EL9 ‘ultra-short’ concept

Start-up US aircraft developer Electra is launching a defence business to pursue military opportunities for its EL9 ultra-short take-off and landing concept aircraft. Known as Electra Defense, the new ...