
U.S. F-15EX and Australian MQ-28 Ghost Bat Complete First Formation Flight in the Philippine Sea, Marking Historic Manned-Unmanned Teaming Milestone
During Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, Boeing Defence Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat flew in formation with a U.S. Air Force F-15EX Eagle II over the Philippine Sea — a landmark achievement for Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT). The 10-day multinational exercise included anti-submarine warfare, maritime strike, and advanced drone testing, validating the MQ-28's role as a force multiplier in contested environments.
Source: EURASIAN Times Defense









