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YFQ-42A

by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems

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2026-02-21
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Decision Summary
Category
ucav
Manufacturer
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Blue UAS
No

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Technical Specifications

Propulsionturbojet

General Information

First Flight2025
Rolemulti role
ClassClass III

The YFQ-42A is a developmental unmanned combat aerial vehicle from General Atomics, selected under the USAF's Collaborative Combat Aircraft program as an Off-Board Sensing Station successor to earlier concepts. It represents an advancement in autonomous loyal wingman technology for integration with fighter aircraft.

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