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One could imagine a next generation Valkyrie could handle this role well. Something big and fast enough to chuck missiles at 300 mile ranges - with a radar to m
by lumost 4y ago
One could imagine a next generation Valkyrie could handle this role well. Something big and fast enough to chuck missiles at 300 mile ranges - with a radar to match.
- nradov 4y agoThose were always intended as complementary systems. NGAD will have to act as a control node for advanced UCAVs because satellite links may be unavailable. Current AI technology is far from being sufficient for autonomous operations on most missions. The XQ-58 Valkyrie shows some promise, but like most other current tactical aircraft it lacks the range and speed to be effective in the Pacific theater. A larger next generation model is likely to have a very high unit cost.
- lumost 4y agoAhh I was thinking of the B-70 Valkyrie from the 70s. A Mach 3+ intercontinental high altitude bomber.