confirmed<\/a> that acquiring the Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat is \u201cunder consideration,\u201d highlighting growing German interest in unmanned platforms capable of operating alongside fighter aircraft.<\/p>\nThe drone is designed to fly in coordination with jets such as the F-35 Lightning II, carrying sensors, electronic warfare systems or weapons, and performing higher-risk missions ahead of human pilots.<\/p>\n
Pistorius indicated that any potential deal would follow a more flexible procurement model. Referring to Germany\u2019s recent acquisitions of loitering munitions, he said Berlin is moving away from committing to large-scale, long-term contracts at the outset, and instead prioritising real-world testing before expanding purchases.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe tested what they really offer \u2014 not just papers or videos,\u201d he said, adding that Germany would proceed \u201cstep by step,\u201d increasing orders only if systems prove effective, with the goal of fostering greater competition.<\/p>\n
He did not provide details on the timeline or potential scale of a deal, but his remarks point to a broader strategic shift as Germany seeks to integrate more autonomous systems into its armed forces.<\/p>\n
A potential agreement would also carry political significance. Germany has traditionally sourced key airpower capabilities from the US and European partners, and turning to an Australian-developed platform would mark a notable shift in defence procurement and industrial cooperation.<\/p>\n
The comments came during Pistorius\u2019 tour of the Indo-Pacific, which includes visits to Japan, Singapore and Australia, aimed at strengthening defence ties and exploring new partnerships in the region.<\/p>\n
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