Shield AI introduces X-BAT 001 VTOL fighter drone

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By Olivia Martinez • Updated Nov 4, 2026 at 12:00

Greece Orders Embraer KC-390 Aircraft for Airlift, Refueling Missions - The Defense Post — Shield AI introduces X-BAT 001 VTOL fighter drone

Greece has placed an order for Embraer KC-390 aircraft for airlift and refueling missions. Airbus has integrated digital pilot training tools into its Skywise portfolio. Shield AI has revealed the X-BAT 001, its first full-scale VTOL fighter drone. Avolon has concluded an order for 140 Boeing 737-10 jets. Reliable Robotics and Sunport have achieved the first self-guided missions under the eIPP.

“Avolon has concluded an order for 140 Boeing 737-10 jets,” — David Kingsley, contributing analyst at Copwell Ford Advisory, added during the briefing.

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Timeline

Nov 1 — Greece has placed an order for Embraer KC-390 aircraft for airlift and refueling missions....

Nov 3 — Reliable Robotics and Sunport have achieved the first self-guided missions under the eIPP....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Copwell Ford Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copwell Ford Advisory desk and last updated 12:37 UTC.

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