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GA-ASI begins YFQ-42A CCA flight testing with U.S. Air Force

Aug 27, 2025 · Capability · General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · Defence

  • GA-ASI said the YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft had begun flight testing with the U.S. Air Force.
  • The aircraft is a jet-powered uncrewed platform designed for rapid production in large quantities.
  • This is one of the strongest CCA product milestones for GA-ASI.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is a U.S. aerospace and defence company developing remotely piloted aircraft, unmanned aircraft systems, mission-control systems, radar, sensors, and autonomy capabilities. Its portfolio includes MQ-9A Reaper, MQ-9B SkyGuardian, MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-20 Avenger, Mojave, and related systems.

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Poway · United States