09 Aug 2025 3 min read “Judy” and the Voice of Freedom: Mission Command in the Age of Autonomy Ed Vaughan Although the technology seems like it comes from “a galaxy far, far away,” Air Force pilots will soon be taking to the skies alongside R2-D2- like wingmen; autonomous and paired to the pilot’s aircraft. From Airman magazine, 2020. This post is for subscribers only Subscribe now Already have an account? Sign in