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Shield AI Unveils Game-Changing Autonomous Fighter Jet

10/27/2025

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Shield AI has launched the X-BAT, a fully autonomous vertical takeoff and landing fighter jet for expeditionary and maritime missions.
It can operate in contested airspace without runways, enhancing U.S. and allied airpower.
The X-BAT has a range beyond 2,000 nautical miles, enabling strike and reconnaissance missions.
Its attritable design allows affordable losses, with adaptability supporting integration with current and future military systems.

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Story summary

Shield AI has launched the X-BAT, a fully autonomous vertical takeoff and landing fighter jet for expeditionary and maritime missions.
It can operate in contested airspace without runways, enhancing U.S. and allied airpower.
The X-BAT has a range beyond 2,000 nautical miles, enabling strike and reconnaissance missions.
Its attritable design allows affordable losses, with adaptability supporting integration with current and future military systems.