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The MQ-25 Stingray is far more than a stealth drone tanker

The U.S. Navy reports that the long-anticipated MQ-25 Stingray carrier-launched refueler drone has finally completed its ...
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Boeing Releases Images of First Operational MQ-25's Maiden Flight

The U.S. Navy's first production representative MQ-25 Stingray flew for the first time on April 25, 2026, demonstrating the ...
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MQ-25 First Flight Imminent As Navy Costs Rise

The long-awaited first flight of the Boeing MQ-25 Stingray uncrewed refueler is imminent, as the U.S. Navy outlines an updated spending plan for an aircraft that’s cost is increasing. Boeing CEO Kelly ...

Role of unmanned aerial systems set to grow as first in service MQ-25 takes off to break the mould

The United States Navy has flown its first production MQ-25 Stingray Unmanned Aerial System (UAS). The system will perform ...
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US Navy’s MQ-25 Stingray makes first flight amid Gulf buildup

The U.S. Navy’s MQ-25 Stingray unmanned refueling aircraft completed its first flight in Missouri, marking a major ...