Helsing CA-1 Europa Autonomous Combat Aircraft

planned

The CA-1 Europa is an autonomous unmanned combat aerial vehicle developed by Helsing's Grob Aircraft subsidiary in Tussenhausen, Bavaria. It is designed to fly alongside manned fighters, conduct electronic warfare, and execute kinetic precision strikes. The aircraft carries an internal weapons bay rated for up to 500 kilograms of ordnance. The CA-1KA variant is targeted for its first flight in 2027 and operational deployment in 2029, while the CA-1 Electronic Attack variant is expected to reach Initial Operating Capability in 2031.