Europe's quest to build a world-class next-generation fighter jet has hit yet another roadblock. France and Germany's flagship combat aircraft programme has once again become mired in disputes over leadership, technology sharing, industrial control, and national interests. As Airbus and defence giants push new proposals for a sixth-generation fighter, the continent faces an uncomfortable question: why do Europe's ambitious military aviation projects repeatedly struggle to get off the ground? This Gravitas Special examines the history of failed European fighter programmes, the politics behind defence cooperation, and what it means for Europe's future military power.

Why Europe's Fighter Jet Dreams Keep Crashing Before Takeoff

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Why Europe's Fighter Jet Dreams Keep Crashing Before Takeoff