UK names CCA drone wingman program “Storm Fighter”
By The BriefBrief
UK minister Luke Pollard announced the Storm Fighter CCA drone wingman program and plans for new unmanned aircraft designs.
WHO:Luke Pollard, UK minister of state for defense readiness and industry
WHAT:Announced the Storm Fighter designation for the UK Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) drone wingman program and said at least two new unmanned aircraft designs are planned.
WHEN:Jul 17, 2026 at 11:26 AM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:The announcement was made during a keynote address at the Global Air and Space Chiefs Conference.
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