TECH - Airbus Unveils 'Wingman' Drone Concept At Berlin Air Show | Benzinga
Airbus (OTC:EADSY) has recently introduced a new drone concept named Wingman, designed to support manned fighter jets in high-risk missions.
What Happened: The aerospace giant displayed a model of the drone at the ILA Berlin Air Show, CNBC reported on Thursday.
The Wingman concept is an “unmanned escort for manned fighter jets,” as per an Airbus statement. It can be operated by fighter jet pilots and can be deployed on more dangerous missions, offering protection to manned aircraft.
“The Wingman’s tasks can range from reconnaissance to jamming ...