GCAP Fighter Project Advances with £4.6 Billion Contract Award to Edgewing
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) sixth-generation fighter project is advancing to its next development stage with a new boost of funding by partners Italy, Japan, and the UK, running through to the end of 2027. Announced on Jul. 3, 2026, the huge new contract will provide for the next steps in finalising the design []
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) sixth-generation fighter project is advancing to its next development stage with a new boost of funding by partners Italy, Japan, and the UK, running through to the end of 2027. Announced on Jul. 3, 2026, the huge new contract will provide for the next steps in finalising the design []
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