26 janvier 2023 | International, Aérospatial

Italian industry signs contract for next development phase of 6th generation air system

Concept, assessment and demonstration activities that will underpin Italy’s participation in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) are now underway.

https://www.epicos.com/article/752908/italian-industry-signs-contract-next-development-phase-6th-generation-air-system

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