The RNLAF becomes the first European air force to join the U.S. Air Force’s CCA initiative, and aims to assume a leading role in the development of the “loyal wingman” drone.

The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) has become the first European air force to formally join the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program. The partnership was sealed on Oct. 16, 2025, when Dutch State Secretary for Defense Gijs Tuinman signed a letter of intent ahead of the annual Defense Industry Days at the Netherlands’ embassy in Washington, D.C. Contents The RNLAF becomes the first European air force to join the U.S. Air Force’s CCA initiative, and aims to assume a leading role in the development of the “loyal wingman” drone. “Total Access” to the CCA Program Dutch Industry In

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