BAE Systems Tempest

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BAE Systems Tempest

The BAE Systems Tempest is a proposed fighter aircraft concept that is under development in the United Kingdom for the British Royal Air Force and the Italian Air Force (AMI). It is being developed under the Future Combat Air System programme by a consortium known as “Team Tempest”, consisting of the UK Ministry of Defence, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo S.p.A. and MBDA. The aircraft is intended to enter service from 2035 replacing the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft in service with the RAF and AMI. Two billion pounds will be spent by the British government on the project by 2025.

RoleSixth-generation jet fighter
National originUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerBAE Systems Rolls-Royce Leonardo S.p.A.
IntroductionPlanned for 2035
StatusUnder development
Primary userRoyal Air Force

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