I read an article about the XQ-58 pilotless combat drone. The article says one role is to be a “loyal wingman” for a piloted F-22 or F-35.
But the XQ-58 is strictly subsonic with a cruise speed about the same as a 737. How can it be a wingman to a supersonic fighter jet?
Still, cool aircraft. I like the no-runway, rocket take off.
https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/xq-58-valkyrie-is-now-flying-with-the-marine-corps
But the XQ-58 is strictly subsonic with a cruise speed about the same as a 737. How can it be a wingman to a supersonic fighter jet?
Still, cool aircraft. I like the no-runway, rocket take off.
https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/xq-58-valkyrie-is-now-flying-with-the-marine-corps