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On February 24, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Air Force conducted an autonomy flight exercise using the MQ-20 Avenger as a testbed for Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).

The demonstration utilized the government Autonomy Start Kit (ASK) and involved infrared sensing with Single Ship Ranging (SSR) for target engagement. The MQ-20, equipped with passive target localization through an Infrared Search and Track (IRST) sensor, showcased its ability to autonomously estimate target range and track threats without emitting radar signals. This technology supports stealth operations and advancements in autonomous air combat capabilities.