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GCAP Edgewing Phase 2

Leonardo (via the Edgewing JV with BAE Systems and JAIEC) awarded an 18-month, GBP4.6B GCAP next-generation fighter development phase.

Leonardo, through the Edgewing joint venture with BAE Systems and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. (JAIEC), was awarded an 18-month, GBP4.6B phase-2 development contract for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), following an earlier GBP686M phase in April 2026.

Award detail

Agency
GCAP Agency (UK/Italy/Japan)
Award ID
Ceiling value
GBP4.6B
Vehicle
Awarded
2026-07-03
Period of performance ends
2027-12-31

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What is the GCAP Edgewing Phase 2 contract?
Leonardo, through the Edgewing joint venture with BAE Systems and Japan Aircraft Industrial Enhancement Co. (JAIEC), was awarded an 18-month, GBP4.6B phase-2 development contract for the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), following an earlier GBP686M phase in April 2026.
Which agency awarded the GCAP Edgewing Phase 2 contract?
The GCAP Edgewing Phase 2 contract was awarded by GCAP Agency (UK/Italy/Japan).
How much is the GCAP Edgewing Phase 2 contract worth?
The GCAP Edgewing Phase 2 contract has a value of GBP4.6B, awarded on 2026-07-03.

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    Next stage of trinational fighter jet programme takes off with GBP4.6 billion contract

    Leonardo: Next stage of trinational fighter jet programme takes off with £4.6 billion contract
    Verified2026-07-03