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AirNorth AmericaJul 20, 2026

Shield AI, GE Integrate Advanced Vectoring Nozzle For X-BAT Engine

Shield AI and GE Aerospace have integrated an advanced thrust-vectoring nozzle for the X-BAT vertical-launch autonomous fighter drone engine. Test milestone advances the VTOL combat UAV toward flight demonstration. Program targets USN and USMC distributed maritime operations.

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