Author: Michael

The primary developer of the MQ-9 unmanned combat aircraft General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has confirmed the demonstration of the new expanded Anti-Submarine Warfare capability in December, namely a significantly improved capability to deploy sonobuoys pods for detection of underwater targets. The tests were specifically conducted using the MQ-9B SeaGuardian variant, which has an endurance of over 18 hours and integrates the 7500E V2 radar optimised for detecting surface targets. The test was sponsored by the U.S.

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The Chinese Tianma-1000 unmanned transport aircraft completed its maiden flight on Sunday January 11, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to pioneer advances in autonomous airborne logistics capabilities. The aircraft was independently developed by Xi’an Aisheng Technology Group, and can serve as a logistics transport, emergency rescue, and material delivery vehicle, while being able to operate in complex plateau terrain due to its ultra-short takeoff and landing distances.

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