Airbus has unveiled an unmanned stealth drone concept that would assist human fighter pilots during armed aerial combat. The full-scale model of the prototype aircraft — simply called “Wingman” — will be on display at the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA in Berlin this week. Airbus says Wingman’s tasks will range from reconnaissance and jamming targets to shooting at enemies on the ground or in the air. In aviation, a wingman is a pilot who flies alongside the leader of a flying formation. These pilots provide mutual support and backup in a mission. However, Airbus’ new drone won’t have a pilot…
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