Well, the U.S. has confirmed that the first AI-powered fighter jet has run some play dogfights with real pilots. That isn’t scary at all, right?
In the groundbreaking test, the U.S. military staged the first real dogfight between an AI-controlled F-16 fighter jet and a human pilot at Edwards Air Force Base, California. Racing through the sky at 1,200mph, this test, conducted by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), showcased AI's ability to analyze and react in real time using machine learning.
This high-stakes trial proved the technology's capabilities as the AI-operated X-62A VISTA performed without human intervention. While the winner remains undisclosed, DARPA described the event as a "transformational moment in aerospace history," signaling a future where AI might manage complex and hazardous tasks, potentially revolutionizing military and other high-risk operations.