21.06.2025, 21:19
Zitat:France Revives Flying Wing UCAV as Wingman for Rafale
21 Jun 2025, 18:45 2 mins
France
Air Unmanned Systems Expo and Air Show
France Revives Flying Wing UCAV as Wingman for Rafale TurDef
During the Paris Airshow 2025, French Dassault unveiled its flying wing stealthy UCAV to support future Rafale F5 multirole fighters and eventually FCAS’s NGF.
Following the mention of plans for a loyal wingman to support manned fighters, Rafale F5 first, Dassault’s stealthy UCAV has made its debut in the Paris Airshow 2025. This marks the revival of jet-powered UCAVs to perform combat duties after the years-long silence in the nEUROn UCAV prototype.
The upcoming UCAV, titled Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS), appears to be heavier than the nEUROn prototype. To support Rafale F5 starting in the 2030s, UCAS will carry various munitions, including air-to-surface and air-to-air types. The sensors have not been detailed, but they might include optical ones and possibly a radar to support the manned fighters not only as a munitions truck but also as a remote sensor.
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