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X-47B completes first autonomous aerial refueling

By Caroline Rees / 09 Jun 2015
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The X-47B UAS receives fuel from an Omega K-707 tanker. This test marked the first ever unmanned aircraft mid- flight re-fuelling.

Posted by Caroline Rees Caroline co-founded Unmanned Systems Technology and has been at the forefront of the business ever since. With a Masters Degree in marketing Caroline has her finger on the pulse of all things unmanned and is committed to showcasing the very latest in unmanned technical innovation. Connect
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