AFRL first experimented with automated aerial refueling on a Learjet tested about 20 years ago.
Credit: AFRL
Lockheed Martin will develop an experimental technology to enable an automated refueling system for a notional, future fleet of uncrewed tanker aircraft, the Defense Department said on March 3. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) awarded an $8.88 million cost-plus-fixed-fee contract to Lockheed...
Subscription Required
AFRL Taps Lockheed To Revive Automated Air Refueling Tech is published in Aerospace Daily & Defense Report, an Aviation Week Intelligence Network (AWIN) Market Briefing and is included with your AWIN membership.
Already a member of AWIN or subscribe to Aerospace Daily & Defense Report through your company? Login with your existing email and password.
Not a member? Learn how you can access the market intelligence and data you need to stay abreast of what's happening in the aerospace and defense community.
Related Content
