When Boeing tweeted an eight-second clip of a mysterious aircraft last week with the idea that it might be “changing future air power,” speculation ran wild that this was either some sort of space airplane or perhaps a new VTOL aircraft with a “hairdryer-type engine.” Close, but no cigar.
Boeing Reveals First Look at MQ-25 Unmanned Refueling Aircraft
Key Takeaways:
- Boeing revealed its previously teased mysterious aircraft is a submission for the U.S. Navy's MQ-25 competition.
- The MQ-25 is designed to provide unmanned aerial refueling, extending the combat range of Navy fighters such as the F/A-18, EA-18G, and F-35C.
- Boeing's entry is currently undergoing engine runs, competing against Lockheed Martin and General Atomics, with a contract expected in Q2 2018 and delivery by 2021.
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