VIDEO: Northrop-Grumman's X-47B UCAS-D makes first flight

Marking what would be a next step for unmanned air combat systems, Northrop Grumman’s X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstration (UCAS-D) has completed its first flight at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The program's aim is to eventually demonstrate the first-ever carrier launches and recoveries by an autonomous, unmanned aircraft.

X-47 UCAV demonstrator almost ready for first flight

Northrop Grumman's X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstration (UCAS-D) is reportedly almost ready to make its first flight. The aircraft has been performing taxi tests for several weeks at Edwards Air Force Base.