AFSOC Reveals AI-Driven Targeting in Operation Epic Fury
During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on May 13, 2026, Lt. Gen. Michael Conley of Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) disclosed that AI-powered intelligence systems have been integral to Operation Epic Fury. The systems enable MQ-9 Reaper drones and manned aircraft to identify and bypass Iranian air defenses. Conley confirmed significant aviation losses, including 24 drones and several manned jets, while emphasizing the role of new technology in modern contested environments.
Date: May 13, 2026
Location: USA
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: other
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Military Times