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Scaling for diverse fleet needs: How many CCA will be acquired per crewed aircraft?

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Scaling for diverse fleet needs: How many CCA will be acquired per crewed aircraft?

23rd February 2026

There is currently no industry standard in the ratio of uncrewed to crewed aircraft. Because collaborative combat aircraft vary widely in capability and crewed-uncrewed teaming availability, while country-specific requirements vary, it is unlikely that a single CCA configuration will meet all operational needs.

Focus on economy over capability highlights the cost imperative for CCA success

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Focus on economy over capability highlights the cost imperative for CCA success

20th February 2026

Striking the right balance between cost and capability is likely to become more crucial in the increasingly competitive collaborative combat aircraft market. Shephard’s special CCA market report examines where the opportunities lie for suppliers.

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Kelvin Hughes introduces SMS-D radar

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Leonardo has signed a cooperation agreement with Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) targeting the Polish armed forces' helicopter requirements.The agreement covers potential industrial cooperation around production, …

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Heli-Expo 2017: Cobham launches UK training academy

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As exhibitors undergo final preparations for Heli-Expo 2017, Cobham announced the launch of its helicopter training academy in Basingstoke, UK. The company has been delivering …

Fokker awarded Dutch support contract

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Fokker awarded Dutch support contract

6th March 2017

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Boeing unveils MH-139 helicopter

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Hungary to host Fire Blade 2017

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Hungary to host Fire Blade 2017

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