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U.S. Air Force to Deploy 150 AI Drones by 2030

10/6/2025

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The U.S. Air Force is integrating drones powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to boost combat capability against threats, notably China.
Retired Lt. Gen. Clint Hinote warns change is needed amid evolving challenges, citing AI helping kill ratios.
Major Trent McMullen pilots AI drones, praising maneuverability and preferring AI wingmen for high-risk missions; plans call for 150 by decade's end.

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The U.S. Air Force is integrating drones powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to boost combat capability against threats, notably China.
Retired Lt. Gen. Clint Hinote warns change is needed amid evolving challenges, citing AI helping kill ratios.
Major Trent McMullen pilots AI drones, praising maneuverability and preferring AI wingmen for high-risk missions; plans call for 150 by decade's end.