Boeing and U.S. Navy Complete First Flight of MQ-25A Stingray
The successful first test flight of the MQ-25A Stingray on April 25 marks a critical step toward operational capability on aircraft carriers, enhancing naval aviation with unmanned aerial refueling technology.
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On April 25, Boeing and the U.S. Navy conducted the inaugural test flight of the MQ-25A Stingray, a significant milestone in the program aimed at integrating unmanned aerial systems on aircraft carriers.
The two-hour flight validated the aircraft's autonomous capabilities, including taxiing, takeoff, navigation, and landing, while responding to commands from the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control System MD-5 at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.
The MQ-25A, part of a $805 million contract for four Engineering Development Models, will enhance the operational range of carrier-based aircraft, allowing fighters like the F/A-18 Super Hornet to focus on combat missions rather than refueling tasks. This advancement positions the Navy for greater operational flexibility and extends the reach of its air operations.
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