Shield AI Proposes X‑BAT Stealth VTOL Strike Jet As Runway‑Free Fifth‑Gen Bridge For Indian Air Force
Unconfirmed reports indicate that, Shield AI, the US‑based defence technology firm known for its Hivemind autonomous AI software, has reportedly initiated exploratory discussions with Indian authorities regarding potential cooperation on its newly unveiled X‑BAT AI‑piloted stealth VTOL aircraft.The approach aligns with India’s increasing interest in unmanned and optionally‑piloted combat systems