The GCAP programme for a new 6th generation fighter jet is considering unmanned operation options
The three-country Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for the development of the next sixth-generation fighter jet is entering its next phase. The Italian-British-Japanese programme has been…
The three-country Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for the development of the next sixth-generation fighter jet is entering its next phase. The Italian-British-Japanese programme has been named Edgewing and is now considering options for unmanned operation with remote control. Italian aircraft manufacturer Leonardo has not ruled out the potential conversion of existing M-345 and M-346 training aircraft or the involvement of other foreign partners, such as Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar. At the same time, the director of the Italian company, Roberto Cingolani, emphasised that 2035 remains the target date for the new fighter jet to enter service.
Companies around the world involved…