US Unveils Fury: AI-Powered Unmanned Fighter Jet Set to Revolutionize Aerial Combat
The United States has introduced Fury, an advanced unmanned fighter jet developed by Anduril Industries, marking a significant leap in military aviation technology.
Known officially as the YFQ-44A, Fury is designed to operate autonomously or alongside manned aircraft like the F-35 and the upcoming F-47. Powered by Anduril’s Lattice AI system, the drone processes live battlefield data in real time, enabling it to identify threats, avoid hazards, and execute missions with exceptional precision—all without a pilot or manual controls.
Unlike traditional fighter jets, Fury’s operators provide high-level commands such as target selection and mission objectives, while the AI manages the tactical execution on its own.
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Cost-effective and versatile, Fury uses a commercially available jet engine, bringing production costs down to approximately $25–30 million per unit, substantially cheaper than the $400 million price tag of an F-35. Its modular design allows quick reconfiguration of weapons and sensors to suit varied mission requirements.
Ground testing started in May 2025, with flight tests scheduled for the summer. The US Air Force aims to deploy Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) like Fury by the end of this decade. Anduril is currently competing with General Atomics for inclusion in the Air Force’s final program lineup, with decisions anticipated in fiscal year 2026.
The Pentagon’s recent $642 million contract awarded to Anduril for drone defense systems underscores confidence in the firm’s cutting-edge technologies. Still, integrating such autonomous fighters will necessitate strategic adjustments within US military doctrine.
