Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat drone takes flight, the DOT cleans up records and Putin urges prompt development and production of a new engine

Welcome to FlightGlobal Focus, your new essential podcast for trusted aviation insight. We publish new episodes twice weekly: join us on Friday for a concise news briefing and on Monday for in-depth analysis covering airlines, defence or aerospace. In this news focus episode, Amber Elias is joined by FlightGlobal’s Defence Managing Editor, Greg Waldron to discuss his recent trip to Australia to see the ghost bat in action. Further reading: Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat combat drone demonstrates capabilities at Australian test range Australia’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat demonstrates autonomous capabilities ahead of weapons testing milestone Stay informed, stay ahead, and get expert coverage from the team at FlightGlobal. Pioneering aviation insight. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For sponsorship and commercial opportunities, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@flightglobal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ First Flight is a production of FlightGlobal, an award-winning aviation media company, and is produced by Amber Elias. Audio editing by Lucy Johnson. Access 20% off your new subscription to FlightGlobal.com with the code FGPODCAST (terms and conditions apply).