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Boeing MQ-25 Stingray | Airframer | Boeing Defense, Space & Security

30/04/2026News:
The MQ-25A is intended to provide carrier-based aerial refuelling, significantly extending the operational range of the carrier air wing.

Boeing and US Navy complete first Stingray test flight

The two-hour autonomous mission validated control systems and an Rolls-Royce AE 3007N engine integration, paving the way for carrier-based refuelling trials.

20/12/2021Press Release:
An MQ-25 Stingray test asset conducts deck handling maneuvers Dec.12 while underway aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN -77). This unmanned carrier aviation demonstration marked the first time the Navy conducted testing with the MQ-25 at sea. (Photo: U.S. Navy)		U.S. Navy, Boeing complete first carrier tests for MQ-25
17/09/2021Press Release:
Boeing will build the U.S. Navy's MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aerial refueler at a new 300,000 square foot facility at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport in Illinois. The facility will feature state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and tools, including robotic automation and advanced assembly techniques, to improve product quality and employee ergonomics. (Photo: Boeing)		Boeing to build new factory in Illinois to produce MQ-25 Stingray
14/09/2021Press Release:
Boeing’s MQ-25 T1 test asset transfers fuel to a U.S. Navy F-35C Lightning II fighter jet Sept. 13 during a flight-test mission. (Photo: Kevin Flynn)		U.S. Navy, Boeing conduct first MQ-25 refueling mission with F-35C
19/08/2021Press Release:
Boeing’s MQ-25 T1 test asset refuels a U.S. Navy E-2D command and control aircraft Aug. 18 during a flight test mission conducted from MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.		U.S. Navy, Boeing score another MQ-25 first with E-2D refueling

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