Edgewing JV, led by Leonardo, to develop next-generation fighter aircraft
TL;DR
A new joint venture named Edgewing has been formed by BAE Systems, Leonardo, and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement to develop the next-generation fighter jet for the GCAP program, aiming for an in-service date of 2035 and expected to operate beyond 2070, with operations spread across the UK, Italy, and Japan.
- GCAP partners name Edgewing joint venture to deliver next generation fighter Breaking Defense
- Industry partners launch Joint Venture company Edgewing to deliver next generation combat aircraft BAE Systems
- GCAP industry partners launch joint venture for trilateral fighter project The Japan Times
- Edgewing is born,JV with Leonardo for GCAP, Marco Zoff CEO ANSA
- GCAP JV named Edgewing and headed by Leonardo executive Air Force Technology
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