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Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR)

DARPA program developing AI-driven multi-ship BVR air-combat autonomy teaming crewed F-16s with uncrewed aircraft.

A DARPA program developing AI-driven multi-ship beyond-visual-range air-combat autonomy, teaming crewed F-16s with uncrewed aircraft. STR was awarded an initial $5.9M plus an $11.4M Option 1, extending performance through 2028.

Program detail

Agency
DARPA
Acronym
AIR
Budget
$17.3M (initial + Option 1, STR)
Phase
Option 1
Domain
AI air-combat autonomy

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Frequently asked

What is Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR)?
A DARPA program developing AI-driven multi-ship beyond-visual-range air-combat autonomy, teaming crewed F-16s with uncrewed aircraft. STR was awarded an initial $5.9M plus an $11.4M Option 1, extending performance through 2028.
Which agency runs Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR)?
Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR) is run by DARPA and is also known as AIR.
What is the budget for Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR)?
Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR) has a budget of $17.3M (initial + Option 1, STR), currently in its Option 1 phase.

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    DARPA official Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR) program page

    DARPA: Artificial Intelligence Reinforcements (AIR)
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