GA-ASI receives U.S. Air Force FQ-42A production contract
The U.S. Air Force awarded General Atomics Aeronautical Systems a production contract for FQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
Evidence notes
- The initial order starts delivery of production aircraft rather than extending only prototype development.
- GA-ASI describes FQ-42A as a purpose-built uncrewed combat aircraft developed for collaborative combat missions.
- GA-ASI disclosed the production award on 17 June 2026; the public release did not state a contract value or quantity.
Company context
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.