The US Air Force is developing a pilotless aircraft called the XQ-58A Valkyrie. It is powered into flight by a rocket engine; it has a stealthy design and can carry missiles.
Even more incredible is that they can fly alongside Air Force pilots as “capable wingmen.” The plan is to build 1,000 to 2,000 aircraft for an estimated cost of $3 million each… This is, by the way, about $78 million less than the cost of one F-35 fighter jet.
One of the most remarkable facts about this aircraft is that it is entirely operated by artificial intelligence. The article I read stated: “The aircraft will serve as a ‘loyal wingman’ to the human pilot, knocking out targets considered too dangerous for a human-piloted plane.”
Imagine this: if “Maverick” could get his hands on one of these babies, he would be a one-man Navy squadron. Now, that is what the military calls a “force multiplier.”
I’m a dreamer at heart, proudly born and raised in San Francisco—a city that covers just 49 square miles but was heaven on earth for me. Every corner of The City (as we natives affectionately call it) has been a part of my life. No area ever felt too distant. With wide eyes and an open heart, I’ve always welcomed the world around me. I find joy in creativity, wonder, and discovering new possibilities—whether that’s through international work adventures or dreaming up the next exciting idea. Even though San Francisco was my hometown, my passport has taken me to many amazing places and introduced me to wonderful people, shaping me in countless ways. I carry pieces of these experiences and friendships with me wherever I go. Above all, I treasure my family, friends, and those small, meaningful moments that keep my spirit alive and thriving. I never want my curiosity to fade away.
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