Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 71996
Global Combat Air Programme
Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 8 September 2025
Question
Ben Obese-Jecty
Conservative — Huntingdon
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the design of the Global Combat Air Programme requires the use of an engine with reheat capability.
Answer
Luke PollardThe use of reheated engine in the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) will depend on the final performance requirements. As the aircraft is still in the concept phase, no final decision has yet been made on whether reheat will be included.