General Dynamics X-62 VISTA - Wikipedia
The NF-16D (now X-62A) VISTA in 2019, under a new paint scheme designed by Mike Machat. The NF-16D VISTA testbed aircraft incorporated a multi-axis thrust vectoring (MATV) engine nozzle that provides for more active control of the aircraft in a post-stall situation.
X-62A VISTA - Lockheed Martin
Previously designated NF-16D, in June 2021 VISTA was recognized by the U.S. Air Force and deemed a national asset with a formal redesignation to X-62A VISTA. Built on our open systems architecture, VISTA is modified to test artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomy capabilities that allows it to mimic the performance characteristics of other ...
General Dynamics NF-16A AFTI - National Museum of the USAF
A one-of-a-kind aircraft, the Advanced Fighter Technology Integration (AFTI) F-16 made more than 700 flights in 10 different research programs between 1978 and 2000. AFTI F-16 programs developed targeting lasers and computers, and new autopilot and ground-avoidance systems which allowed pilots to fly faster and lower while seeking and attacking ...
NF-16D VISTA becomes X-62A - Air Force Materiel Command
Jul 30, 2021 · The NF-16D Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) has been redesignated as the X-62A, effective June 14, 2021. The VISTA, which is operated by the Air Force Test Pilot School with the support of Calspan and Lockheed Martin, first flew in 1992 and has been a staple of the TPS curriculum.
X62A Vista - Edwards Air Force Base
Aug 19, 2022 · The NF-16D Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) has been redesignated as the X-62A, effective June 14, 2021.
NF-16D VISTA (Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft) Changes …
Aug 6, 2021 · The NF-16D VISTA (Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft), operated by the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base (California), has been redesignated as the X-62A from June 14,...
Artificial Intelligence Successfully Piloted The X-62 VISTA
Feb 14, 2023 · As we already reported in 2021, the X-62A is the new designation of the NF-16D VISTA (Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft) operated by the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School at Edwards Air...
X-62A / NF-16D VISTA (Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft)
The NF-16D Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) has been redesignated as the X-62A, effective June 14, 2021. The X designation denotes aircraft that are designed for testing...
USAF Redesignates NF-16 VISTA As X-plane For Skyborg Test Role
Jul 30, 2021 · The U.S. Air Force’s NF-16D Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) has been redesignated as the X-62A as part of an ambitious upgrade effort initially designed to support the Air Force...
NF-16D VISTA becomes X-62A > Edwards Air Force Base > News
The NF-16D Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) has been redesignated as the X-62A, effective June 14, 2021. The VISTA, which is operated by the Air Force Test Pilot School with the support of Calspan and Lockheed Martin, first flew in 1992 and has been a …