MQ-28

The MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone joined forces with the E-7A Wedgetail from the Royal Australian Air Force and an F/A-18F Super Hornet in a breakthrough missile engagement test held in December 2025.

This was more than a routine trial. It marked a major step forward for allied nations in developing operational, combat-ready Collaborative Combat Aircraft.

Take a closer look behind the scenes to see how this mission moves the Ghost Bat closer to full operational service, with deployment targeted for 2028.

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