GA-ASI YFQ-42A completes semi-autonomous mission autonomy flight

Feb 12, 2026 · Capability · General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · Defense

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  • GA-ASI integrated third-party mission autonomy into the YFQ-42A CCA for a semi-autonomous airborne mission.
  • The flight advanced the company's Collaborative Combat Aircraft autonomy roadmap.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is a U.S. aerospace and defence company developing remotely piloted aircraft, unmanned aircraft systems, mission-control systems, radar, sensors, and autonomy capabilities. Its portfolio includes MQ-9A Reaper, MQ-9B SkyGuardian, MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-20 Avenger, Mojave, and related systems.