Frank Kendall, the Secretary of the U.S. Air Force, took a flight in an AI-controlled F-16 in California, marking a significant advancement in military aviation.
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The trip was part of Kendall’s plan to explore the application of AI in aerial warfare, an increasingly important area for the future of combat. During the flight, the fighter jet, named Vista, performed maneuvers at speeds exceeding 880 km/h, applying intense gravitational force.
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Following the experience, Kendall emphasized that AI will be essential for security in the future. He underscored the importance of maintaining human control when deciding on the use of weapons but expressed confidence in technology to make decisions in combat scenarios.
The Air Force’s plan is to develop a fleet of AI-controlled drones to complement manned fighter jets, with the first ones expected to be introduced by 2028. The idea is for these drones to serve as escorts for manned fighter jets, providing additional coverage.
However, this progress also raises ethical and security concerns, leading to calls from groups like the International Committee of the Red Cross for stricter regulation of AI use in weapons systems. Additionally, many people are concerned about the increasing automation of weapons and fear that AI may be used to make critical decisions without human involvement, leading to widespread opposition.
Source: New York Post
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