Radical aircraft that could make flaps obsolete is almost ready to fly (opens in new tab)

Aurora Flight Sciences just announced that the triangular wings of the X-65 have arrived at its Virginia assembly facility, where they are now being integrated onto the fuselage. With that milestone cleared, DARPA – the Pentagon's advanced research arm – and Aurora are targeting a first flight before the end of 2026.Continue ReadingCategory: Aircraft, TransportTags: aurora, DARPA, Aircraft, X-Plane, drones, Stealth