GCAP
GCAP
Multi-Role Fighters
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
GCAP
Designation
GCAP
Alternate Designation
Global Combat Air Programme
Equipment Type
Multi-Role Fighters
Manufacturer
Edgewing, BAE Systems, Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co Ltd, Leonardo
Date of Introduction
2050
Description
The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) is a joint effort between the United Kingdom, Japan and Italy to develop a next generation aircraft. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, BAE Systems and Leonardo will be contractors responsible for carrying out the new fighter jet program. The aircraft is expected to operate with unmanned aircraft in a network centric warfare system using advanced sensors and cutting-edge weapons. The launch of the GCAP program happened on December 9, 2022, with the development due to start in 2024 and the first flight planned for 2035. The new GCAP should enter service in the 2045-2050 timeframe replacing the UK and Italian Typhoon fighter jets.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Multi-Role Fighters
Status
Under Development
Also Known As
Global Combat Air Programme
Origin
Italy, Japan, United Kingdom
Contractors
Edgewing*, BAE Systems, Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co Ltd, Leonardo
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2050
First Flight
2035
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Number of Engines
2
Details
Country of Origin
Italy
Category
Multirole Aircraft
Air > Multirole Aircraft
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a004288
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (3)
United Kingdom
Italy
Japan
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