Aviation Week Forecast: US Air Force's Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program Enters Production Ramp-Up
The U.S. Air Force's pivotal Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program is transitioning into a significant production phase, according to new Aviation Week forecasts. This ramp-up signals the beginning of large-scale manufacturing for the unmanned, autonomous aircraft designed to accompany manned fighters. The program aims to build a fleet of at least 1,000 CCAs, with initial production contracts expected to be awarded soon. This acceleration is a critical component of the Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) family of systems. The forecast outlines a multi-billion dollar effort over the next decade to build this new category of combat drone.
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