Boeing (BA) and the Royal Australian Air Force completed successful trials of the MQ-28 Ghost Bat Collaborative Combat Aircraft. The RAAF’s Capability Demonstration 2025 series finished ahead of schedule, validating core behaviors and readiness. The MQ-28 showcased autonomous mission execution and coordinated operations to enhance combat mass.

The MQ-28’s design targets the “find, fix, track and target” aspects of air combat while reducing exposure for pilots. The successful demonstrations have accelerated the development phases, with an air-to-air weapon shot planned for later this year or early 2026. Capabilities validated this year will roll into Block 2 aircraft in production.

Boeing’s MQ-28 is a key component of Australia’s advanced airpower strategy. The program has exceeded expectations, proving the effectiveness of teaming, data sharing, and distributed operations. Investors have seen BA stock gain over 40% in the past year. The next phases will focus on weapons employment and assessment to solidify the CCA’s role in the future force mix.

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