Wingman

Wingman is a type of loyal wingman drone, an autonomous aircraft designed to accompany and support manned fighter jets or helicopters in military operations.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to multiple companies, including Northrop, Saab, and Anduril, developing and showcasing their own versions of these drones for military use.

Latest on Wingman

• Northrop logs first flight for self-funded drone wingman
• New Mediacorp dating show Wingman to premiere on Sep 10, cast includes regional actors
• Saab shows off loyal wingman drone it hopes to offer Swedish Air Force
• Up to six designs could move ahead in Air Force’s next robot-wingman effort
• Anduril reveals Thunder, a ‘loyal wingman’ drone for helicopters
• Anduril pitches a robot wingman for US Army helicopters

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