First Take, Sept. 1, 2025

Graham Warwick August 29, 2025
General Atomics YFQ-42A taking off
Credit: U.S. Air Force
DEFENSE General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. flew the YFQ-42A for the first time on Aug. 27, kicking off tests of the U.S. Air Force’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft. Thailand has formally become the second export customer for Saab’s Gripen E/F combat aircraft after signing a $556 million...
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Graham leads Aviation Week's coverage of technology, focusing on engineering and technology across the aerospace industry, with a special focus on identifying technologies of strategic importance to aviation, aerospace and defense.

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