An autonomous in-flight refueling hose end unit includes a first end, a second end remote from the first end, one or more adjustable control surfaces and a flight control computer. The first end is configured to be coupled to a fuel hose of a tanker aircraft. The second end is configured to be coupled to receiver aircraft. The one or more adjustable control surfaces are adapted to fly the refueling hose end unit into contact with the receiver aircraft. The flight control computer autonomously controls the control surfaces to fly the refueling hose end into contact with the receiver aircraft. In some embodiments, the control interfaces include two wings or winglets and the second end includes a detachable boom or a detachable basket.
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