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Global Combat Air Programme

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 6 July 2026UIN 13512

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has a target date for the first flight trial of the Global Combat Air Programme demonstrator.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Combat Air flying demonstrator is expected to begin testing key capabilities by mid-2028. The timing of the first flight will be confirmed closer to the milestone to ensure maximum value is delivered in support of GCAP development.

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