Anduril’s YFQ-44A Successfully Completes First Flight Test
The YFQ-44A, also known as 'Fury,' is the second prototype drone to fly under the US Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) programme. The aircraft completed its inaugural flight as part of the USAF's CCA Increment 1 initiative.
"Anduril’s YFQ-44A ‘Fury’ Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) has completed its first flight for the US Air Force’s (USAF) CCA Increment 1 programme," the USAF announced on 31 October.
The successful test marks a key milestone in developing advanced autonomous combat drones designed to operate alongside manned aircraft.
Flight Test Overview
- The YFQ-44A is part of the USAF’s effort to enhance combat capabilities through collaboration between manned and unmanned platforms.
- This second prototype follows initial testing of earlier models under the Collaborative Combat Aircraft programme.
- The flight test took place in early November 2025, demonstrating the drone's flight and operational capabilities.
About the Collaborative Combat Aircraft Programme
The programme aims to integrate drones like the YFQ-44A with piloted combat aircraft to increase mission effectiveness, survivability, and situational awareness in complex combat environments.
Photo Credit
A photograph of the YFQ-44A during its flight test was provided by Anduril.
Summary: Anduril’s YFQ-44A ‘Fury’ successfully completed its first flight, advancing the US Air Force’s vision of manned and unmanned collaborative combat missions.
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