Shield AI announced the unveiling of X-BAT, an AI-piloted, vertical takeoff and landing fighter jet designed for expeditionary and maritime operations in contested environments, this week. (Shield AI) ...

Shield AI’s new unmanned, vertical-takeoff-and-landing fighter jet concept is designed to be a drone wingman or a standalone aircraft, marking the latest autonomous aircraft announcement by defense ...

A-10 Thunderbolt II attack aircraft assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron takeoff at Osan Air Base, South Korea, including cockpit video. Filmed FEB and MARCH, 2019. Film Credits: SSgt Rachel Maxwell, ...

CNBC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Disruptor 50 list. Submit a nomination before February 23. Shield AI is a defense startup with a $5.3 billion valuation. The company is unveiling the ...

The most advanced innovation revealed X-BAT, an AI-piloted, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter jet built for expeditionary and maritime operations. This next-generation aircraft has been ...

Autonomy start-up Shield AI is expanding its tactical portfolio to include jet-powered aircraft. The San Diego-headquartered firm on 22 October revealed a new vertical take-off and landing ...

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Shield AI today announced the unveiling of X-BAT, an AI-piloted, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter jet designed for expeditionary and maritime ...