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Autonomous Brontanax Aircraft Showcased At Farnborough Airshow
BAE Systems has unveiled the UK’s first uncrewed autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft, Brontanax, at the Farnborough International Airshow. The aircraft is designed to operate alongside crewed aircraft, providing electronic warfare capabilities and conducting precision strikes. With over £400 million invested in its development, Brontanax is expected to become operational before the end of this decade. The unveiling comes as the UK government reaffirms its commitment to the collaborative combat aircraft concept, with £300 million allocated to the development of ’loyal wingman’ platforms. This development was first reported by AeroTime.