Project Talon is an evolution of Northrop Grumman’s proposed design for the U.S. Air Force’s CCA Increment One program, addressing affordability and cost shortcomings.

Northrop Grumman has formally unveiled “Project Talon,” a new autonomous aircraft demonstrator built to validate faster and more affordable manufacturing methods for large uncrewed platforms. The aircraft, developed largely in secrecy at Mojave Air and Space Port , was presented to media on Dec. 3, 2025. Contents Project Talon is an evolution of Northrop Grumman’s proposed design for the U.S. Air Force’s CCA Increment One program, addressing affordability and cost shortcomings. From Project Lotus to Talon Objectives of the Demonstrator Design Features and Airframe Layout Development Approach and Production

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