Overview
The Boeing Phantom Ray is an American demonstration stealth unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) developed by Boeing. The autonomous Phantom Ray is a flying wing around the size of a conventional fighter jet, and first flew in April 2011. It will conduct a program of test flights involving surveillance, ground attack and autonomous aerial refueling missions. The developers say it can carry 4,500 pounds of payload.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 10.90 m |
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| Wingspan | 15.20 m |
Performance
| Max. speed | 987 km/h |
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Powerplant
| Engine model | General Electric F404 |
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Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: NASA/Tony Landis / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
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