UK-based global major aerospace and defence group BAE Systems (BAE) is leading the development and construction of a sixth-generation fighter technology demonstration aircraft, the British Defence Secretary (Cabinet Minister) Ben Wallace announced on Monday, on the first day of the renowned Farnborough Air Show. This demonstrator fighter will fly within the next five years. The demonstrator programme, although led by BAE, will also involve the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and other companies, spread across the UK. Together, they form a consortium known as Team Tempest. The other main members of Team Tempest are Leonardo UK (radar, other sensors and communications systems), MBDA UK (weapons) and Rolls-Royce (propulsion).
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