The Valkyries were developed by the Air Force Research Laboratory to be a high-speed, low-cost aircraft developed for the AFRL’s Low-Cost Attritable Aircraft Technology (LCAAT) project.
The XQ-58A Valkyrie boasts an entirely new and innovative design. Its trapezoidal fuselage seamlessly incorporates swept-back main wings, a V-shaped tail, and an overhead air intake.
This stealthy configuration renders the UAV challenging to spot and monitor, enhancing its ability to evade detection and tracking.
Impressively, it can operate at an altitude ceiling of 45,000 feet (14,000 meters), making it well-suited for a wide range of missions and environments.
This Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle doesn't rely on traditional runways for takeoff and landing; instead, it utilizes rocket-assisted launch and parachute recovery systems.
Its compact size and minimal logistical requirements make it well-suited for operations in remote or restricted areas.
It can perform standard takeoffs and landings or be launched from “nondescript launch modules”, including support ships, shipping containers, and semi-trailer trucks
The XQ-58 is engineered to serve as a dependable wingman under the control of a parent aircraft, fulfilling roles like reconnaissance, defensive engagement, or diverting enemy fire. It can also function within a drone swarm, either with or without direct pilot supervision.
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