Boeing Concept Turns The Chinook Into A Drone Swarm Controller For Airborne Warfare

Boeing's new CH-47F Chinook concept adds drone deployment and an autonomous mode to the military helicopter's existing cargo and troop-carrying roles.
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Boeing’s MQ-25A Stingray drone just finished its first test flight

Unlike the Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft, the Stingray is not built to aid manned fighters in air-to-air combat; its role is far more crucial for naval operations.
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Boeing, Navy say MQ-25A Stingray test flight in Illinois was a success

A successful Boeing and Navy test flight in southern Illinois brings the MQ-25A Stingray closer to aircraft carrier operations.

The US Navy's new MQ-25A Stingray drone built to extend the reach of carrier fighter jets just took its first test flight

The MQ-25A Stingray will eventually help extend the ranges of crewed aircraft and replace the Super Hornet in the air-to-air refueling role.
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Boeing Releases Images of First Operational MQ-25's Maiden Flight

The U.S. Navy's first production representative MQ-25 Stingray flew for the first time on April 25, 2026, demonstrating the ability to autonomously taxi, take off, fly and land. Boeing and the U.S. Navy have officially announced first test flight of a production representative operational MQ-25A Stingray unmanned tanker.

Shahed-136 drone linked to American E-3 Sentry downing showcased at massive Iran rally

Iran showcased Shahed-136 drones, reportedly used in high-profile strikes, at mass rallies in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz. The drone, which Iran claims downed a US Boeing E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft, was displayed as a symbol of military strength.