The Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), a trilateral initiative by the UK, Japan, and Italy to develop a next-generation fighter jet, appears to be facing delays due to the UK’s lack of budgetary commitments, a move that has frustrated Japan. At the same time, the GCAP program could add many new members, including India. GCAP […] The post Japan Frustrated as UK Budget Delays Threaten 6th-Gen GCAP Fighter Program — India & Poland Eye Entry appeared first on EURASIAN TIMES.

Japan Frustrated as UK Budget Delays Threaten 6th-Gen GCAP Fighter Program — India & Poland Eye Entry

South Korea Unveils First KF-21 Boramae Fighter Jet
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