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Collaborative Combat Aircraft will take on missions now flown by crewed fighters as the service expands its uncrewed fleet.

RFI calls for two prototypes capable of catapult launches, arrested landings and carrying as much as 10,000 pounds of external weapons.

The first Ohio-built Fury has left Anduril’s production line as General Atomics begins manufacturing its competing FQ-42A.

The Australian-developed Ghost Bat operated alongside U.S. and coalition aircraft during Valiant Shield 2026.

The uncrewed aircraft will operate alongside crewed fighters during the multinational exercise.

The service also selected six companies for mission autonomy software as part of its uncrewed fighter program.

Designation applies to semi-autonomous aircraft under Collaborative Combat Aircraft program.

Prototype Anduril combat drone maiden flight in California advances Air Force autonomy testing and production plans.