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GCAP Tempest (6th Generation Fighter)

Fighter Jetconfirmed

GCAP Tempest (6th Generation Fighter)

The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) Tempest is a 6th-generation fighter being jointly developed by UK, Italy, and Japan. Features AI-assisted systems, drone wingman control, possible directed-energy weapons, and advanced stealth. Intended to replace the Eurofighter Typhoon.

Specifications

TypeFighter Jet
OriginUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerBAE Systems / Leonardo / Mitsubishi / IHI
Introduced2035
StatusIn development
Range3,700
Speed2,600
Crew1

History

UK concept revealed 2018. Italy and Japan joined 2022 forming GCAP. Formal development kicked off 2025. Demonstrator aircraft planned for 2027, production ~2035.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
United Kingdomdevelopment, IOC ~2035confirmed
JapanJapan GCAP partner, IOC ~2035confirmed
ItalyItaly GCAP partner, IOC ~2035confirmed

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