Loyal Wingman (MQ-28A Ghost Bat)
Type: Autonomous Combat Drone
Domain: air
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: Boeing
Overview
The MQ-28A Ghost Bat is a stealthy autonomous combat drone designed to fly alongside manned fighters as a loyal wingman. It is the first military combat aircraft to be designed and manufactured in Australia in over 50 years. The Ghost Bat can be configured for ISR, electronic warfare, or strike missions, with AI-driven autonomous flight capability.
Technical Specifications
| range | 3,700+ km |
|---|---|
| engine | 1x turbofan |
| length | 11.7 m |
| payload | Modular nose section |
| stealth | Low observable design |
| autonomy | AI-driven flight and mission execution |
| features | Modular mission packages, expendable by design |
| wingspan | 7.3 m |
Operators
- Royal Australian Air Force
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