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Dynetics X-61A Gremlin

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Air launched and semi-autonomous, unmanned recovery system.

Dynetics X-61A Gremlin
Lift type
Fixed wing
Assembly
Factory-built
Control
Remotely piloted, Autonomous
Engine type
Turbofan
Application
Attack, Cargo, Surveillance

Design & construction

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Airframe & structure
Ice protection
None
Pressurisation
Unpressurised
Configuration & certification
Certification
Military

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Type variants

VariantLaunch / first flightProduction endNotes
Dynetics X-16A Gremlin2019 / 2020Experimental UAV designed to be recovered in midair by a modified transport airplane following its mission.

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