No Pilots Needed: Israel’s Next Fighter Takes a Cue From the F-35

Israel is exploring the idea of fielding an F-35-inspired fighter with one crucial aspect taken out of the equation: the human pilot.

An undisclosed Israeli official said the move aims to expand domestic defense production and reduce the country’s reliance on foreign military aid.

The proposed pilotless aircraft would combine advanced sensor systems and precision-strike capabilities, with AI serving as the onboard decision-making system.

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