On November 5, 2026 Boeing said its Advanced Aircraft Inspection program in San Antonio uses autonomous drones and Automated Damage Detection Software to photograph C-17 exteriors and flag anomalies. Boeing said it has validated the core workflows and the procedures for training, qualification, quality and day-to-day maintenance. The feature does not state a fleet count, a contract value, or a date for use beyond San Antonio.
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