Boeing recently unveiled the Bird Of Prey, a “top secret, bat-winged stealth jet,” in a low-key ceremony in St. Louis. Apparently Boeing Phantom Works has been developing this aircraft in secret for some time, as it first flew in 1996. There is much speculation over what new stealth technology is incorporated into this aircraft, but its unusual configuration is enough to suggest a different approach or at least one that builds upon the body of knowledge established by the F-117 Stealth Fighter and B-2 Stealth Bomber. There is also speculation over whether the final aircraft is destined to be a UCAV rather than a single-seat manned jet. One thing’s for sure, Boeing kept this aircraft under wraps very well, as Aviation Leak Week or some other publication usually sniffs something like this out, even if the press’ concept is nowhere near what it actually looks like.