www.Noticias-Aero.info: 2025/09/11

GA-ASI and AeroVironment achieved a milestone by launching a Switchblade 600 loitering munition from a GA-ASI MQ-9A Block 5 UAS at Yuma Proving Grounds, July 22–24. It was the first air launch of the SB600 from an unmanned aircraft. Two munitions were deployed—one inert, one live—and control was successfully transferred from the MQ-9A’s ground station to an operator nearer the target area. GA-ASI President David R. Alexander noted the integration extends SB600’s range while allowing the MQ-9A to stay farther from threats, giving commanders safer, more flexible strike options. The test validated GA-ASI’s ability to integrate various air-launched effects, including those from partners like AV, underscoring the growing importance of unmanned collaboration in contested airspace.

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https://www.ga.com/ga-asi-and-aerovironment-complete-first-ever-air-launch-of-switchblade-600-from-mq-9a-uas

Airbus remains open to the possibility of a blended-wing-body (BWB) design for larger aircraft, despite confirming that its next narrowbody jet will feature a traditional tube-and-wing configuration. CEO Guillaume Faury stated that while BWB designs were considered for the hydrogen-powered ZEROe project, they are deemed more suitable for larger planes due to drag issues associated with smaller aircraft. Airbus aims to launch development of its next narrowbody jet by the end of the decade, targeting a 20-25% increase in fuel efficiency, partly through the use of CFM International's open-rotor engines. Faury emphasized the importance of innovative wing designs, as several startups, including JetZero, are also exploring BWB concepts, which have garnered support from industry leaders like United Airlines' CEO Scott Kirby.

https://www.flightglobal.com/airframers/airbus-still-sees-blended-wing-body-design-as-possible-for-larger-jets/164450.article

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® (NYSE: LMT) and BAE Systems FalconWorks (LSE: BAES) announced a strategic partnership at DSEI global defence conference in the United Kingdom, to develop a range of uncrewed autonomous air systems

https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2025-09-09-Skunk-Works-and-FalconWorks-Announce-Strategic-Collaboration

Lockheed Martin demonstrated its MATRIX flight autonomy system to the U.S. Marine Corps at Sikorsky HQ, showcasing its potential to enhance aerial logistics in modern combat. The Marine Corps team observed both simulator and real-flight demonstrations, where MATRIX-equipped helicopters performed autonomous missions, including precise landings and obstacle navigation. The technology aims to improve the efficiency and safety of crewed and uncrewed flight operations, allowing for quick re-tasking of aircraft by non-pilots in the field. Developed in collaboration with DARPA, the MATRIX system is foundational for future Sikorsky VTOL products and has already logged over 700 hours of autonomous flight, proving its reliability and adaptability for military applications.

https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/news/features/2025/demonstrating-matrix-flight-autonomy-to-the-us-marine-corps.html

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