The X-48B

The X-48B soars over Edwards Air Force Base, where it was tested in August. During the test, the plane was piloted remotely by engineers on the ground.
Carla Thomas

Test Flight
The X-48B soars over Edwards Air Force Base in August. During the test, the plane was piloted remotely by engineers on the ground.

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