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XQ-58A Valkyrie during its second test flight at Eglin Air Force Base

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Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie Test Flight

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XQ-58A Valkyrie, a highly autonomous, low-cost tactical UAV. It is designed to act as a loyal wingman controlled by a parent aircraft to accomplish tasks such as scouting, defensive fire, or absorbing enemy fire. 23 Feb 2023

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A U.S. Marine Corps XQ-58A Valkyrie, highly autonomous, low-cost tactical unmanned air vehicle, conducts its first test flight with a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to 96th Test Wing at Eglin Oct. 3, 2023.(Master Sgt. Tristan McIntire)

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A demonstração do XQ-58A ocorreu no momento em que o programa Penetrating Affordable Autonomous Collaborative Killer – Portfolio do Corpo de Fuzileiros Navais dos EUA completa sua fase inicial. Apresentando a capacidade do XQ-58A Valkyrie de voar ao lado de duas aeronaves F-35 e fornecer uma capacidade de ataque eletrônico integrada durante um evento de teste de voo ao vivo, a Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. Programa Penetrating Affordable Autonomous Collaborative Killer – Portfolio (PAACK-P) em 2 de abril de 2024, com uma demonstração bem-sucedida de sua Divisão de Sistemas Não Tripulados na Base Aérea de Eglin, Flórida. O Valkyrie, em operação desde 2019, demonstrou suas capacidades avançadas de ataque eletrônico ao detectar, identificar e geolocalizar de forma autônoma vários alvos de interesse. A aeronave transmitiu com sucesso coordenadas de rastreamento do alvo para ativos colaborativos e executou efeitos de ataque eletrônico não cinético contra múltiplos emissores. O XQ-58A Valkyrie oferece recursos táticos de UAV independentes de pista de alto desempenho, incluindo voos de longo alcance em altas velocidades subsônicas, flexibilidade operacional e acessibilidade para diversas aplicações do Departamento de Defesa. Steve Fendley, presidente da Divisão de Sistemas Não Tripulados da Kratos, expressou entusiasmo com a recente exibição do Valkyrie: “Estamos muito entusiasmados com a capacidade da missão demonstrada durante o voo e a incrível eficácia por custo que isso permite; para não mencionar a eliminação do risco para um piloto humano e a eliminação do risco para plataformas tripuladas caras.” Fendley destacou o esforço colaborativo envolvendo Kratos, Northrop Grumman e o Corpo de Fuzileiros Navais, sublinhando a importância destas tecnologias na consecução dos objectivos do Departamento de Defesa (DoD). A demonstração bem-sucedida segue uma modificação de contrato de US$ 22,9 milhões concedida em dezembro de 2023 para desenvolvimento adicional de engenharia e demonstrações de testes de voo. O programa PAACK-P visa informar os requisitos para a Força-Tarefa Aérea-Terrestre da Marinha (MAGTF), Sistema Aéreo Não Tripulado (UAS) Aeronave Expedicionária (MUX) Tática (TACAIR) para uso em uma função de Supressão de Defesa Aérea Inimiga (SEAD). O tenente-coronel Bradley Buick, oficial de capacidades, pesquisa e integração do Grupo Cunningham, enfatizou a importância das plataformas MUX TACAIR no aumento da letalidade e capacidade de sobrevivência das atuais plataformas tripuladas, indicando sua importância em novas estratégias de domínio aéreo: “Essas plataformas são o futuro da guerra aérea”. Fonte: Tecnologia da Força Aérea

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Meet the XQ-58A Valkyrie: The F-35's Future Robot Sidekick

Drone warriors will fly alongside human pilots.

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Kratos’ new electronic attack drone passes loyal wingman test with 2 F35s

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (Kratos) has announced that its XQ-58A Valkyrie drone has flown with a pair of F-35s for the first time. The flight also tested a new suit of electronic attack (EA) systems.

The flight occurred in February of this year at the Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. An accompanying press release from Kratos indicates an as-yet-unknown variant of the XQ-58A, the MQ-58B.

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Kratos dimostra le capacità di guerra elettronica dell'XQ-58A per il Corpo dei Marines degli Stati Uniti Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., fornitore leader di soluzioni per la sicurezza nazionale, ha annunciato che la divisione Kratos Unmanned Systems ha dimostrato con successo la capacità dell’XQ-58A di volare di concerto con due caccia bombardieri Lockheed Martin F-35 e la capacità di fornire una capacità di attacco elettronico (EA) integrata sul velivolo XQ-58A Valkyrie durante un evento di prova di volo dal vivo presso la base aerea di Eglin, in Florida. La dimostrazione completa la prima fase del programma Penetrating Affordable Autonomous Collaborative Killer – Portfolio (PAACK-P) del Corpo dei Marines degli Stati Uniti. Il supporto ai test

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Kratos Demonstrates XQ-58A Electronic Warfare Capabilities for US Marine Corps

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced that Kratos Unmanned Systems Division has successfully demonstrated the ability of the XQ-58A to fly in concert with two F-35 aircraft and the ability to deliver an integrated electronic attack (EA) capability on the XQ-58A Valkyrie aircraft during a live flight test event at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The demonstration completes the first phase of the United States Marine Corps’ Penetrating Affordable Autonomous Collaborative Killer – Portfolio (PAACK-P) program. Flight test support was provided by the 40th Flight Test Squadron, 96th Test Wing. All flight test objectives were successfully met. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak #usmc

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS), a leading National Security Solutions provider, announced that Kratos Unmanned Systems Division has successfully demonstrated the ability of the XQ-58A to fly in concert with two F-35 aircraft and the ability to deliver an integrated electronic attack (EA) capability on the XQ-58A Valkyrie aircraft during a live flight test event at Eglin…

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"U.S. Marines Successfully Completed the Second Test of the $4 Million XQ-58A Stealth Valkyrie Drone" を YouTube で見る

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Kratos XQ-58A Valkyrie Test Flight

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XQ-58A flying with USMC F-35Bs

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USAF's first female fighter pilot retires

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 09/26/2023 - 08:29 in Military

The career of an Air Force pioneer came to an end this weekend, when Maj. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt, the first female fighter pilot of the U.S. Air Force (USAF), retired after 31 years of military career.

Leavitt's retirement ceremony took place at Scott Air Base, Illinois, on September 23. The head of the U.S. Transportation Command, General Jacqueline D. Van Ovost - one of the only three women who have ever led a command of a combat squad - officiated and reminded all those present of the legacy that Leavitt created.

“[Jeannie] had to deal with a constant demand to be in the spotlight, because of her many premieres, something that does not represent who Jeannie is,” Van Ovost said. "She prefers to stay behind, behind the scenes to guide and educate. Taking care of people and the mission - [this is] the true purpose behind his continuous dedication to service."

Leavitt's journey in the U.S. Air Force was, in fact, marked by numerous "innovations", challenging preconceived notions about the roles that women could play in the armed forces. She was the first woman to join USAF fighter pilot training in 1993. Later, she made history as the first female fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force. She was also the first woman to command a combat fighter wing, the 57ª Wing at Nellis Air Base, Nevada.

Throughout her career, she has accumulated more than 3,000 flight hours, including operational missions such as Southern Watch, Northern Watch, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Most of his experience was on the F-15E Strike Eagle.

Van Ovost reflected on the obstacles encountered by women in combat functions during the early 1990s, noting that simply changing policies was not enough. Gaining acceptance and recognition were separate struggles, she added, and Leavitt played a key role during a period of significant change, breaking down barriers that had long kept women out of combat pilot roles.

Throughout her career, Leavitt was a strong advocate for women in aviation and encouraged young women to pursue careers in the Air Force and aviation - four of these pilots appeared in a tribute video during the ceremony.

His commitment to challenging stereotypes went beyond the military, as he collaborated with Disney on the film 'Captain Marvel' to narrate his journey in the U.S. Air Force and share a more accurate portrait of a lifetime dedicated to service. However, Leavitt's aspirations were never just about personal fulfillment, Van Ovost said.

"On behalf of all those who have traveled by your side and behind you, thank you for having the courageous character necessary to open new paths for others to follow," said Van Ovost.

Leavitt's final mission was as head of the Air Force Security Center, overseeing the entire program and policy of aviation, occupational, weapons, space and accident prevention and nuclear safety system of the Air Force Department.

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The XQ-58A Valkyrie experimental aircraft marks a revolution in the use of artificial intelligence in aerial combat, bringing new dynamics and dilemmas to the military industry Photo:  XQ-58A Valkyrie: US Air Force experimental aircraft (XQ-58A Valkyrie/Reproduction) The XQ-58A Valkyrie, an experimental aircraft developed by the United States Air Force, is making waves in the skies by taking military operations' artificial intelligence (AI) to new heights. With the ability to cross Brazil without refueling, this unmanned aircraft is seen as an extension of traditional fighter jets, enabling human pilots to be assisted by a fleet of "robotic companions" in combat situations. The Valkyrie project originates from the Eglin Air Force Base in the state of Florida, USA. It not only illustrates how emerging technologies are reshaping the US arms industry but also underscores the Pentagon's pursuit of innovation. The rise of AI is driving a new generation of Pentagon suppliers aiming to revolutionize the domain traditionally dominated by major military equipment providers. The potential to build intelligent and relatively affordable armaments in large quantities has led to the consideration of new combat tactics, which in turn raises questions about the human role in conflicts mediated by software designed to eliminate targets. Simultaneously, there's a technological race with China for supremacy in modernity and reliability of military equipment. In this scenario, the new generation of collaborative drones, classified as collaborative combat aircraft (C.C.A.), plays a vital role. The concept involves having a variety of specialized drones similar to the XQ-58A Valkyrie. Some will focus on surveillance or refueling missions, some will fly in attack swarms, and others will serve as a "loyal wingman" to a human pilot. For instance, drones could fly ahead of piloted combat aircraft, conducting surveillance. They could also play a significant role in neutralizing enemy air defenses, taking on the risks of destroying ground-based missile targets that might be considered dangerous for a human-piloted plane. The cost of the most advanced of these robotic drones is estimated to be around $25 million, significantly lower than a manned fighter jet like the F-35, which costs $80 million per unit. However, as reported by The New York Times, Air Force officials are well aware of the challenges and responsibilities associated with implementing AI in military operations. Ethical and security issues are central to the development of these systems. Changes are also expected in the traditional Pentagon acquisition structure. Instead of acquiring hardware and software as a single package, the idea is to separate these purchases, creating room for companies focused on software. Significant challenges lie ahead. Software reliability, building trust with pilots, and protection against potential cyberattacks are key areas of focus. Nonetheless, initial tests have shown promising results. "The real danger is not that computers will begin to think like men, but that men will begin to think like computers." - Sydney J. Harris