Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) Fighter Jet Project
Sector: Airport • Location: Japan
Source: 朝日新聞
The GCAP is a next-generation fighter jet development program led by Japan, Britain, and Italy. Canada is joining as an observer, allowing it access to confidential project information and the possibility of future deeper involvement including manufacturing, procurement, or development participation. The project aims to deploy the new fighter jet by 2035, although there are concerns about potentia
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial)
- Location
- Japan
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- 朝日新聞
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Original status | planned |
Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The GCAP is a next-generation fighter jet development program led by Japan, Britain, and Italy. Canada is joining as an observer, allowing it access to confidential project information and the possibility of future deeper involvement including manufacturing, procurement, or development participation. The project aims to deploy the new fighter jet by 2035, although there are concerns about potential delays. |
Original sector | Defense |
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Country | Japan |
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Source | 朝日新聞 |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Airport, Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing (Industrial) |
Article published date | 2026-04-02 |
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