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According to the report, Boeing has unveiled plans for an autonomous tiltrotor drone designed to operate as a wingman for US military aircraft. It is called the Collaborative Combat Rotorcraft (CxR); the concept is envisioned to take on multiple roles, from logistics support to maritime strikes.
The report also stated that Boeing reportedly plans for the CxR to reach speeds of 250 knots (288 miles/463 kilometers per hour) while carrying up to 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms) of payload.
The report added that it will also be designed to accommodate a range of equipment, including sensors, munitions, and electronic warfare suites, providing military aircraft, such as Chinooks and Apaches, with a flexible escort.
In addition, the unique advantages of a modular, tiltrotor concept can provide our customers with a proven high-speed vertical takeoff and landing option that also maintains the low-speed handling qualities that are comparable to a helicopter.
The CxR concept was introduced to the public at the 2025 Association of the United States Army exhibition.
Source: NextGen Defense
The report also stated that Boeing reportedly plans for the CxR to reach speeds of 250 knots (288 miles/463 kilometers per hour) while carrying up to 2,000 pounds (907 kilograms) of payload.
The report added that it will also be designed to accommodate a range of equipment, including sensors, munitions, and electronic warfare suites, providing military aircraft, such as Chinooks and Apaches, with a flexible escort.
In addition, the unique advantages of a modular, tiltrotor concept can provide our customers with a proven high-speed vertical takeoff and landing option that also maintains the low-speed handling qualities that are comparable to a helicopter.
The CxR concept was introduced to the public at the 2025 Association of the United States Army exhibition.
Source: NextGen Defense
