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Unmanned fighter jet prototype on a runway with engineers observing in background.

Navy Injects $150 Million into Shield AI's Unmanned Fighter Jet Development

Shield AI is making rapid strides in developing its unmanned fighter jet, with two full-scale X-BAT prototypes nearing completion - and the first one expected to be finished within weeks. The company aims to take its innovative aircraft to new heights with flight testing by year-end and vertical takeoff and landing tests to follow.

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Hybrid-electric VTOL combat cargo drone on display at daytime airshow.

BETA Unveils MV250 Hybrid-Electric VTOL Combat Cargo Drone

Meet the MV250, a game-changing hybrid-electric VTOL combat cargo drone that's poised to revolutionize military logistics with its impressive range, speed, and cost-effectiveness. By harnessing the power of hybrid-electric technology, the MV250 outperforms traditional tiltrotor and legacy platforms, enabling longer missions, faster travel, and significant cost savings.

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Harrier jump jet at a US military air station during a sunset ceremony with personnel and buildings in the background.

Harrier Jump Jets Exit Stage After Shaping US Military Aviation

The US Marine Corps bid farewell to the iconic Harrier 'jump jet' after an impressive five-decade run, marking the end of an era in military aviation. The legendary aircraft's journey from British design rooms to US flight lines is a testament to innovation and perseverance.

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Sleek hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft on exhibition stand with blurred background.

AIRO Unveils Hybrid-Electric VTOL Drone for Resupply Missions

Meet AIRO's game-changing hybrid-electric VTOL drone, designed for resupply missions in remote areas where traditional charging infrastructure is scarce. With its versatile JC250 cargo and JX250 ISR variants, this cutting-edge platform is poised to revolutionize defense, government, and commercial operations.

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