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The Boeing Loyal Wingman drone aircraft, which is being developed with the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), moved under its own power for the first time. It reached a maximum speed of 16mph on the ground and demonstrated several activities while maneuvering as well as stopping on command. A total of three Loyal Wingman prototypes will form the Airpower Teaming System that Boeing will offer customers worldwide. Read more for two videos and additional information.
It will eventually fly alongside other platforms, using artificial intelligence for teaming missions, thanks to an advanced design and flight characteristics. Technologies include a modular nose section that’s customizable for specific needs, such as a conventional takeoff / landing approach suitable for many missions and runway types.
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Air Force partners with industry to ensure we can find innovative solutions to meet our future priorities. Boeing’s Loyal Wingman project is a perfect example of what this collaborative approach can achieve. Seeing the prototype take to the runway for this low-speed taxi test is an exciting moment – another significant development milestone ahead of its first flight,” said Air Vice-Marshal Cath Roberts, RAAF Head of Air Force Capability.
