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Robot Jet Fighter Takes First Flight

Posted by Roblimo on from the look-ma-no-hands dept.

lysdexia writes "The X-47B is a Tailless Flying Robotic Overlord, which requires neither puny human pilot nor extraneous remote control. First flight was 29 minutes, climbing to a height of 5000 ft. Next step: landing on aircraft carrier."

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  1. Re:Not a Jet Fighter by hyades1 · · Score: 3, Insightful

    If I recall correctly, the F-4 originally mounted no guns. When it was offered to the Israelis, they had to demand that they be incorporated into the planes slated for them. In action in Viet Nam, American pilots also learned how stupid this concept was, and remedial action was taken.

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