Forget F-47 or F-35: GCAP 6th Generation ‘NGAD’ Could Be a Showstopper

Forget F-47 or F-35: GCAP 6th Generation ‘NGAD’ Could Be a Showstopper

The acronym GCAP stands for an Anglo-Italian-Japanese fighter project that means "Global Combat Air Programme".The project's goal is to develop a new tactical combat aircraft that will replace the Eurofighter with both the UK Royal Air Force and the Italian Aeronautica Militare, as well as replace the Mitsubishi F-2 that serves with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF).

Tensions Rise in GCAP Partnership as Italy Accuses UK of Technology Withholding

Italy’s Defense Minister, Guido Crosetto, has publicly criticized the United Kingdom for its reluctance to share critical technologies within the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). This partnership, which also includes Japan, aims to develop a next-generation fighter jet by 2035. Crosetto’s remarks highlight growing concerns over collaboration and trust among the nations involved in this ambitious defense project. Key Takeaways Italy’s Defense…