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Navigating the Future of Air Power
This chapter explores the Tempest project and its objective to create sixth-generation fighter aircraft, incorporating both piloted planes and autonomous wingmen. It discusses the challenges of balancing ambitious technological capabilities with budgetary constraints and international collaboration, particularly with nations like Japan. The conversation emphasizes the integration of unmanned combat aerial vehicles and considers the implications for air combat operations, ethical concerns, and future competitiveness in global defense.