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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 9 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Friday, 17 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Warships

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, page 28 on Integrated Air and Missile Defence, in what way will CCAs to play a key role in IAMD into the 2030s.

Answer

Collaborative Combat Aircraft are expected to also play a key role in Integrated Air and Missile Defence as they augment combat air platforms, initially in the Air-to-Air role to help facilitate control of the air. Potential further capability uses continue to be explored to ensure the MOD can capitalise any emerging technologies.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17504
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Guided weapons Warships
Link
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