Project Talon represents a paradigm shift in air dominance as an adaptive, collaborative teammate for combat missions.
Project Talon
The Autonomous Wingman
Next-Generation Autonomous Aircraft
Project Talon encompasses a portfolio of modular, cost-effective and rapidly deployable aircraft purpose built to meet customers’ needs for next-gen autonomous aircraft that supports crewed fighters. Software is also a focus of the portfolio and the development of future capabilities through access to autonomous testbeds.
Project Talon represents a paradigm shift in air dominance and showcases our ability to quickly deliver mission-ready autonomy with streamlined manufacturing capabilities and innovative production processes. From the beginning, it has been designed for manufacturing. Its modular design exemplifies how efficient and adaptable manufacturing can meet the rapidly changing requirements of modern military operations, broadening appeal and effectiveness with domestic and international markets.
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The U.S. Air Force Autonomous Wingman
Talon Blue is the U.S. Air Force variant within the Project Talon portfolio. The U.S. Air Force awarded the YFQ-48A designator as an acknowledgement of our commitment to quickly delivering mission-ready autonomy on day one.
Talon Blue addresses customer feedback, which resulted in a reduction in part count and weight, and combines greater mission versatility with the most advanced modular manufacturing techniques. This disruptive approach shortens timelines, emphasizing speed and simplicity.
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Media Inquiries
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