News · 31 May 2026
New RAF fighter jet delayed until late 2030s
The Tempest, intended as Britain's next-generation fighter, faces significant delays that will affect the RAF's strategic planning. The advanced Tempest jet, a collaborative effort involving Japan and Italy, is projected to begin operations in the late 2030s or potentially extend into the 2040s. The project, valued at over £12 billion, is not anticipated to receive its funding until the mid-2030s.
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