US Air Force Seeks Nearly $1 Billion to Begin CCA Drone Procurement in 2027
The U.S. Air Force has requested nearly $1 billion in its fiscal 2025 unfunded priorities list to accelerate key modernization programs. A significant portion, $557 million, is aimed at starting the procurement of Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCAs) in fiscal year 2027. This funding would secure the first operational CCA drones, a critical component of the Next Generation Air Dominance family of systems. The service plans to acquire at least 1,000 CCAs, with two vendors expected to be selected for production this year. The budget request also includes funds to purchase additional KC-46 tankers and E-7A Wedgetail aircraft.
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