"Air Force Secretary to Ride in AI-Operated F-16 for Autonomous Testing"
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The US Air Force is testing a self-flying F-16 fighter jet, with Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall volunteering to be a passenger to observe the autonomous technology in action. The AI-operated drones are designed with a potential future conflict with China in mind and could offer smarter, more efficient, and more affordable capabilities than traditional manned aircraft. However, concerns about the reliance on AI for strategic decisions have been raised, with critics cautioning against the potential risks of rapid conflict escalation.
Topics:world#ai-technology#autonomous-aircraft#f-16-fighter-jet#future-warfare#military-technology#us-air-force
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