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Referenced article published on slashgear.com on June 4, 2023 written by Chris Littlechild. Link to original article:
Boeing’s New ‘Ghost Bat’ Drone Uses AI To Support Fighter Jets
Our dreams of soaring through the skies in our very own airborne autos are getting closer to reality, thanks to Boeing’s bold new adventure into the uncharted territories of aviation. Drawing inspiration from the eerie beauty and teamwork of the Australian ghost bat, Boeing is breathing life into its creation, the MQ-28 “Ghost Bat” drone.
Created to be the formidable sidekick for conventional fighter jets, this striking technological marvel is the product of years of research and development in the Loyal Wingman Advanced Development Program. Its goal? To make the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) equipment as autonomous as possible. This 38-foot marvel is set to reach staggering heights with a range of 2,000 nautical miles and a suite of advanced sensors that promise to revolutionize ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).
This isn’t just another drone. The Ghost Bat is an eye in the sky, capable of keeping track of both allied and opposing aircraft. Whether in a team or flying solo, this powerful bat-inspired drone brings fighter-like performance that expands airborne missions. The MQ-28 is making quite an impression, posing proudly on runways alongside other groundbreaking unmanned drones like the MQ-25 Stingray.
While it’s still a few years away from active service, estimated to be in 2025, the Ghost Bat’s potential is electrifying the air. With the capabilities to support fighter jets offensively and defensively, we can begin to envision a future where similar AI-driven technologies guide our dreamy flights in personal flying cars. This could unlock a whole new dimension of mobility, painting a breathtaking picture of tomorrow’s transportation! Oh, the places we’ll go!
