Military · Thursday, 23 July 2026

BAE Unveils Brontanax CCA To Support UK RAF's Sixth-Generation Ambitions

By AvTLDR Editorial Desk

BAE Systems has unveiled 'Brontanax,' an autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) designed to support the UK Royal Air Force.

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The uncrewed platform is intended to fly alongside Eurofighter Typhoons and F-35s, with flight testing scheduled to begin in 2027. The project represents a significant pivot toward sixth-generation air power and sovereign autonomous combat capabilities for the UK.

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