Airbus and Kratos announce a successful European first flight of their unmanned U740 Valkyrie system. Among other things, the rocket-assisted take-off and flight maneuvers were tested; an operational version is targeted for 2029.
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Airbus U740 Valkyrie uncrewed combat aircraft takes off for its maiden flight in...Source date: 12.10.2026 · German published: 15.10.2026. The summary shall reflect the declared status; subsequent developments may deviate therefrom.