Boeing Defense has released the first images of the MQ-25 'Stingray's' bigger brother, the MQ-28 'Ghost Bat,' at an American airbase.
For several years, Boeing has been conducting active tests on the T1, which bears the U.S. civil registration code N234MQ, to develop the first production-ready prototypes of the "Stingray" for the Navy. Unfortunately, the construction delays of these drones have resulted in the Navy pushing back its timeline to achieve initial operational capability with the MQ-25 by approximately a year, now expected to happen sometime in 2026.
Once in service, the "Stingrays" will primarily offer aerial refueling support to the Navy's carrier air wings. The MQ-28 "Ghost Bat," which was secretly developed under the Airpower Teaming System program for the Royal Australian Air Force , made its public debut in 2019. Since then, three prototypes have been constructed and flight tested, with ongoing efforts to enhance its capabilities and expand its flight range.
The RAAF's prototype MQ-28s are receiving new upgrades, including installing an infrared search and track sensor system in the nose of one of the drones. The "Ghost Bat's" modularity is showcased by its capability to change entire nose sections, allowing for the integration of diverse sensors and systems.
By May 2022, the RAAF is anticipated to acquire a minimum of 10 MQ-28s and commence their operational use by 2025. These drones are set to collaborate closely with Australia's crewed combat jet fleets, such as the F-35A Joint Strike Fighters and F/A-18F Super Hornets, to execute diverse missions.
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