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UPDATED Sep 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Sep 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Airbus explores German role in GCAP fighter program
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Airbus Defence and Space CEO Michael Schoellhorn said the company is interested in joining the British-Italian-Japanese GCAP next-generation fighter program, seeking a significant work share and a leadership role. The remarks follow the June 9, 2026 cancellation of the crewed fighter component of France-Germany’s FCAS effort.
WHO: Michael Schoellhorn (Airbus Defence and Space)
WHAT: Airbus publicly said it is exploring German participation in the GCAP fighter program and would seek a major work share and leadership role.
WHEN: Reported Sep 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Airbus’s interest is tied to Germany’s need for a successor after Berlin and Paris abandoned the FCAS crewed fighter in June 2026.
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