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Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone flies in formation with military aircraft over Pacific island landscape.

Boeing's MQ-28 Ghost Bat Deploys in Pacific Exercise

The MQ-28 Ghost Bat, developed by Boeing for the Royal Australian Air Force, made its debut in a major Pacific exercise, flying alongside US and allied aircraft, including F-35s and F-15EX, in a groundbreaking display of collaborative combat. This marked the first time a collaborative combat aircraft has been deployed to a multinational exercise.

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Military personnel from various countries train together at a Pacific base.

Marines Forge Alliances in Pacific Exercise

In a live-fire exercise at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Maj. Gen. Valerie Jackson emphasized that forging strong alliances and partnerships is crucial, so that when crisis strikes, partners can seamlessly work together. Interoperability isn't just a goal - it's a practical necessity that could mean the difference in the face of a determined adversary.

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B-2 stealth bomber in flight over Pacific Ocean with missile under wing.

B-2 Stealth Bomber Fires Anti-Ship Missile in Pacific Exercise

In a major show of force, a US Air Force B-2 stealth bomber fired a powerful anti-ship missile during a live-fire exercise in the Western Pacific, marking a significant milestone in countering maritime threats. The impressive display took place as part of Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, where the bomber launched an AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile at a decommissioned US Navy ship.

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