Northrop’s Bomber-Like Experimental Drone Flies for First Time

Northrop Grumman moves further into the hybrid future of uncrewed aircraft with the first flight of its XRQ-73 experimental stealth drone.

The test took place at Edwards Air Force Base in California, where the aircraft’s hybrid-electric propulsion system was evaluated for fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and improved mission flexibility.

The milestone suggests new operational possibilities for the platform, with the company also noting it could support the “evolution of new aircraft designs.”

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