BAE unveils Brontanax, a UK-designed CCA drone

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FARNBOROUGH — BAE Systems today revealed the Brontanax, a new collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) loyal wingman drone designed for use by the United Kingdom.

The drone, roughly the size of a BAE Hawk trainer jet, was unveiled with newly-installed Defence Secretary Wes Streeting at hand during the third day of the Farnborough Airshow.

Brontanax is “intended to provide electronic warfare and precision strike capabilities against airborne and ground targets,” per a company release. Its release comes days after British officials announced a plan for UK-developed CCAs under the “Storm Fighter” moniker.

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Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
New Weapon System
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
BAE Systems unveiled the Brontanax drone, designed for electronic warfare and precision strikes.
Location
Farnborough
Unit
BAE Systems, United Kingdom
Time
During the Farnborough Airshow
Equipment
Brontanax drone
Summary

BAE Systems unveiled the Brontanax drone at the Farnborough Airshow, designed for electronic warfare and precision strikes. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting attended the event, highlighting the UK's commitment to developing collaborative combat aircraft. The Brontanax is intended for use against airborne and ground targets.

Key Facts
  • BAE Systems unveiled the Brontanax drone.
  • The drone is designed for electronic warfare and precision strikes.
  • The unveiling took place at the Farnborough Airshow.
  • Defence Secretary Wes Streeting was present during the unveiling.
  • The Brontanax is part of the UK's plan for collaborative combat aircraft.