They will be ready in the summer.
The U.S. Air Force has unveiled two groundbreaking unmanned fighter jets, marking a historic achievement in military aviation. These aircraft, the YFQ-42A (General Atomics) and the YFQ-44A (Anduril), are the first of their kind and are set to take flight this summer.
The announcement was made by USAF Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin at the Air & Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium. These uncrewed jets are part of the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft program and are expected to play a critical role in securing air superiority for the U.S. military in future conflicts.
Gen. Allvin highlighted that just a few years ago, these aircraft were only conceptual, but now, they are nearly ready for flight. The jets will enhance the capabilities of crewed-uncrewed teaming in contested environments, allowing the U.S. military to be more effective in complex combat scenarios.
The aircraft’s designation as part of the Mission Design Series represents a major milestone in military aviation, reflecting the Air Force’s commitment to developing advanced technology. Allvin expressed his enthusiasm, emphasizing that these jets represent a new chapter in aerial warfare, ensuring the U.S. remains a dominant force in airpower innovation. Both aircraft will undergo further testing and evaluation to refine their performance and contribute to the future of the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.
