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Anduril Showcases Fury, Its AI-Powered Unmanned Fighter Jet for USAF

The autonomous aircraft, designed to collaborate with piloted jets, is set for its first test flight this summer as it vies for a key U.S. Air Force contract.

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Overview

  • Anduril Industries unveiled Fury, an AI-driven unmanned fighter jet, during a CBS 60 Minutes segment, highlighting its role in the U.S. Air Force's collaborative combat aircraft program.
  • Fury is designed to operate autonomously, flying ahead of manned fighter jets to detect and engage enemy targets, reducing risks to human pilots.
  • The aircraft features a modular design with commercially available parts, enabling cost-effective mass production in the U.S., including the use of a business jet engine and machine-shop-compatible landing gear.
  • The Air Force has designated Fury as YFQ-44A, with Anduril competing against General Atomics for a contract decision expected in fiscal year 2026.
  • Fury's first test flight is scheduled for this summer, aligning with the Air Force's goal to deploy collaborative combat aircraft by the end of the decade.