Global Combat Air Programme Unveils Next-Generation Aircraft Concept at Farnborough Airshow

In this episode of the North West Aerospace Alliance News, Emma and Daniel dive into the latest from the Farnborough International Airshow, where the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) partners unveiled a new concept model of their next-generation combat aircraft. The UK, Italy, and Japan, alongside industry leaders BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, are collaborating on this ambitious project. The aircraft features a larger wingspan for improved aerodynamics and is being developed using digital tools and virtual reality. Industry representatives from BAE Systems, Leonardo, and MHI highlight the program's rapid progress and strategic importance for security, political, and economic prosperity. The aircraft, set to enter service by 2035, will boast an intelligent weapons system, a software-driven cockpit, and a revolutionary radar system providing 10,000 times more data than current models. Tune in to learn how this partnership is shaping the future of aerospace technology and the impact it will have on skilled employment across three nations.