Military · Wednesday, 2 September 2026
Navy Seeks Carrier-Based Autonomous Combat Aircraft
The U.S. Navy has issued a request for information for autonomous Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) capable of carrier operations.
TL;DR
The Navy is seeking two prototypes within three years that can perform catapult takeoffs and arrested landings while carrying up to 10,000 pounds of external weapons. This program aims to significantly expand the range and lethality of carrier air wings by integrating uncrewed platforms alongside crewed fourth- and fifth-generation fighters.
AVweb1 Sept, 21:04 BST
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