US EditionUS Air Force eyes autonomous Northrop Grumman drone for CCA program
Northrop Grumman’s Talon drone YFQ-48A aims to extend manned fighter reach with affordable semi-autonomous capabilities, competing in the U.S. Air Force’s collaborative combat aircraft program.
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Largest Air Force in the World Selects New Talon YFQ-48A as Leading CCA Contender
Northrop Grumman’s Talon autonomous drone has emerged as a leading contender in the United States Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, marking a significant milestone in the service’s effort to integrate semi-autonomous systems into frontline fighter operations. Now designated the YFQ-48A, the Talon represents a key prototype as the Air Force accelerates development of uncrewed aircraft designed to operate alongside piloted f…
US Air Force Selects Northrop Grumman Autonomous Drone for CCA Program
Your Page Title Washington, DC, January 3 - The U.S. Air Force is advancing its Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program by positioning Northrop Grumman's latest autonomous drone as a key contender in next-generation air warfare. In late 2025, the service officially designated Northrop Grumman's Project Talon as the YFQ-48A, marking it the third prototype unmanned fighter in the CCA initiative and signaling strong interest in this semi-autono…
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