XQ-58A Valkyrie damaged upon landing after third flight test at Yuma Proving Ground
[MALFUNCTION]Oct 9, 2019 · Kratos Defense & Security Solutions · XQ-58A Valkyrie · Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Failure Mode
MALFUNCTION
Event Date
Oct 9, 2019
Primary Entity
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Robotic Platform
XQ-58A Valkyrie
Jurisdiction / Location
Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
The XQ-58A Valkyrie sustained damage upon landing after its third flight test on October 9, 2019 at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona. The Air Force Research Laboratory classified it as a mishap. The drone returned to flight testing in January 2020 after repairs and successfully completed its fourth flight.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.realcleardefense.com/2019/10/11/usaf039s_xq-58a_valkyrie_drone_damaged_after_third_flight_test_310285.html
https://www.realcleardefense.com/2019/10/11/usaf039s_xq-58a_valkyrie_drone_damaged_after_third_flight_test_310285.html
- Inspect Filing
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/01/29/air-forces-limits-pushing-valkyrie-drone-takes-flight-again-after-mishap.html
https://www.military.com/daily-news/2020/01/29/air-forces-limits-pushing-valkyrie-drone-takes-flight-again-after-mishap.html
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in XQ-58A Valkyrie damaged upon landing after third flight test at Yuma Proving Ground?
The XQ-58A Valkyrie sustained damage upon landing after its third flight test on October 9, 2019 at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona. The Air Force Research Laboratory classified it as a mishap. The drone returned to flight testing in January 2020 after repairs and successfully completed its fourth flight.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on October 9, 2019 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in XQ-58A Valkyrie damaged upon landing after third flight test at Yuma Proving Ground?
XQ-58A Valkyrie by Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.
Has anyone responded to XQ-58A Valkyrie damaged upon landing after third flight test at Yuma Proving Ground?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of XQ-58A Valkyrie damaged upon landing after third flight test at Yuma Proving Ground?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.