British/Italian Tempest (GCAP) Fighter : News and Discussion

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Tempest demonstrator to begin key testing by mid-2028​

Tempest demonstrator to begin key testing by mid-2028

Asked for a first flight target date, the MOD gave none, saying timing will be confirmed closer to the milestone. The stated aim had been 2027.

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“The Combat Air flying demonstrator is expected to begin testing key capabilities by mid-2028,” the minister said. “The timing of the first flight will be confirmed closer to the milestone to ensure maximum value is delivered in support of GCAP development.”

The answer gave no target date for the first flight itself, which has publicly been planned for 2027