The US Air Force is integrating Collaborative Combat Aircraft into its operational framework, enhancing aerial combat capabilities. This move aims to improve situational awareness and reduce risks to manned platforms in contested environments. The two new aircraft, General Atomics’ YFQ-42A and Anduril’s YFQ-44A, are currently undergoing testing. Manned-Unmanned Teaming is a key feature, allowing pilots to direct unmanned assets in combat.
