The groundbreaking flight, witnessed by representatives from news agencies AP and NBC, marked a significant milestone in the development of AI-controlled aircraft. The AI system, designated as Vista, demonstrated exceptional maneuverability and the ability to engage in close-quarters combat with a human-piloted F-16. The USAF Secretary expressed confidence in the AI’s potential to make critical decisions, including the use of weapons. The US Air Force is contemplating an AI-powered fleet of over 1,000 unmanned warplanes by 2028. However, the use of AI weapons systems raises ethical concerns, prompting arms control experts and humanitarian groups to advocate for restrictions and greater international cooperation to address the potential risks associated with autonomous weapons.
AI-Controlled F-16 Fighter Jet Takes Historic Flight, Raising Hopes for Advanced Military Aviation
