The 5th generation K85, the K85QA, has begun flight testing ahead of an expected entry into service in late 2121. The K85QA (Quiet Attack) is designed for acoustic stealth and has an electric motor powered by fuel cells. A CAF source said that the QA was over 90% quieter than the 4th generation NT. The QA is also said to have visual stealth features using active lighting.
As well as stealth features the QA has a new tactical system with much greater data link bandwidth. The QA also has a new wing to aid STOL performance and aerial stability.
