F-22 directs Collaborative Combat Aircraft in airborne tactical-control demonstration

Earlier this month, the Department of the Air Force successfully conducted airborne tactical command and in-flight control of a YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft utilizing an F-22 Raptor. This exercise focused on rapidly developing, evaluating, and delivering mission-autonomy capabilities to warfighters. The demonstration took place at Creech Air Force Base in Nevada during simulated combat operations. The semi-autonomous aircraft was deployed from dispersed locations as part of the evaluation process. This advancement represents a key step towards integrating advanced unmanned systems into future air operations.