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Acquisition·Future Combat Air System

Europe's $116B Fighter Jet 'Failure' Raises Doubts About Defense Autonomy

1 source · first reported 13d ago

France and Germany abandon the Future Combat Air System sixth-generation fighter jet program, dealing a major blow to Europe's defense autonomy amid NATO spending.

Why it matters

The cancellation of the fighter jet program raises concerns about Europe's ability to defend itself without US support.

NATODefense AutonomyEurope
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  1. Fox News · Primary
    Europe's $116B fighter jet 'failure' raises fresh doubts about ability to defend itself without US