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Europe's €100 Billion Fighter Jet Faces Internal Strife

9/26/2025

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FCAS aims for a sixth-generation European fighter jet, led by France, Germany, and Spain, costing €100 billion ($117 billion).
The project integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and drone swarms.
Phases 1A and 1B are complete; Phase 2 is expected to begin by the end of 2025.
Disagreements over workshare between France and Germany threaten progress; Spain backs FCAS and rejects US F-35.

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Story summary

FCAS aims for a sixth-generation European fighter jet, led by France, Germany, and Spain, costing €100 billion ($117 billion).
The project integrates artificial intelligence (AI) and drone swarms.
Phases 1A and 1B are complete; Phase 2 is expected to begin by the end of 2025.
Disagreements over workshare between France and Germany threaten progress; Spain backs FCAS and rejects US F-35.