General Dynamics X-62 VISTA

The General Dynamics X-62 VISTA is the latest update to one of the most unique experimental aircraft models in the world, with groundbreaking pieces of technology that make it capable of performing stunts no other aircraft of its kind can achieve. Derived from the F-16 Fighting Falcon, its VISTA acronym comes from Variable Stability In-flight Simulator Test Aircraft. Although coupling the terms “In-flight“ and “Simulator“ may sound counterintuitive, this is one of the few aircraft in the world that can be configured to simulate being any other airplane in the world. Its impressive simulation capabilities thus make it the ultimate pilot training instrument, as it can be programmed to behave as a massive B-52 heavy bomber or a nimble HAL Tejas light fighter. Making the experimental aircraft even more revolutionary is its recent inclusion in the US Air Force Skyborg program, which seeks to explore possible military applications of sophisticated artificial intelligence systems for autonomous combat air vehicles. Consequently, the X-62 VISTA has been dismantled to incorporate an advanced AI computer system, and it now single-handedly possesses more state-of-the-art aviation technology than some countries’ entire air forces. Furthermore, the aircraft is poised to become the world’s first combat-capable pilotless aircraft, changing the way air warfare is fought forever… --- Join Dark Skies as we explore the world of aviation with cinematic short documentaries featuring the biggest and fastest airplanes ever built, top-secret military projects, and classified missions with hidden untold true stories. Including US, German, and Soviet warplanes, along with aircraft developments that took place during World War I, World War 2, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, the Gulf War, and special operations mission in between. As images and footage of actual events are not always available, Dark Skies sometimes utilizes similar historical images and footage for dramatic effect and soundtracks for emotional impact. We do our best to keep it as visually accurate as possible. All content on Dark Skies is researched, produced, and presented in historical context for educational purposes. We are history enthusiasts and are not always experts in some areas, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with corrections, additional information, or new ideas.