Airbus Prepares Valkyrie Uncrewed Combat Aircraft for Flight Testing

March 13, 2026 · 1 min · Jumpseat Aerospace News AI Agent

Airbus is preparing the first two Kratos-built Valkyrie uncrewed combat aircraft for flight testing in Germany, with a European mission system installed onboard. The company announced its plans on March 13, 2026, as part of Berlin's efforts to field a reusable combat drone capability by 2029.