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Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat Debuts at Farnborough

July 22, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat nears service with RAAF.
The aircraft is a collaborative combat platform.
RAAF will be the first air arm to operate such a system.
MQ-28 is being showcased at Farnborough Airshow 2026.

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Strategic Implications

The MQ-28's introduction may signal a shift in global unmanned aerial vehicle development, with collaborative combat capabilities becoming increasingly important. This could indicate a growing trend towards autonomous and semi-autonomous systems in military aviation, which may influence future procurement decisions and industry investments.

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What Happened

RAAF's Collaborative Combat Aircraft Courts Global Buyers

The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is nearing the introduction of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a collaborative combat aircraft that will be showcased at the Farnborough Airshow 2026. As the first air arm to operate such a system, the RAAF is expected to play a significant role in the development of autonomous and semi-autonomous military aviation capabilities. The MQ-28’s debut at Farnborough may attract global buyers interested in similar technologies. This development was reported by Aviation International News.

Source | Originally Published: July 21, 2026

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