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Unmanned Systems

Low Radar Cross Section Of MQ-28 Ghost Bat Validated, Boeing Says

Frank Wolfe

Monday, June 1st, 2026

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Low Radar Cross Section Of MQ-28 Ghost Bat Validated, Boeing Says

Pictured is a U.S. Navy photo of an MQ-28 Ghost Bat, which Boeing said recently made three operational flights over the Pacific Ocean.

Boeing [BA] said on Monday that it has validated the low Radar Cross Section (RCS) of the company's MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone. "The MQ-28’s RCS reduces the range that enemy radars can detect and engage an MQ-28, enhancing the platform’s survivability in contested environments," according to Boeing. "The success of the RCS testing confirms the effectiveness of the MQ-28’s design, production and material choices in minimizing radar detection." In March, Boeing said that it is teaming with Rheinmetall to offer…

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