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Anduril chosen by the US Air Force for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, aiming to deliver autonomous systems swiftly and affordably, enhancing defense capabilities. With a focus on innovation and practicality, Anduril blends software expertise with rapid hardware development to meet evolving defense needs.

The United States Air Force has announced its decision to include Anduril as one of two vendors moving forward with the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program. This program aims to develop, manufacture, and test production-ready CCAs.

Brian Schimpf, CEO and Co-Founder of Anduril, emphasized the urgency of embracing innovative approaches rather than sticking to conventional methods. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity, seeing it as a sign of the growing need to expand the defense industrial base. Anduril sees this as a chance for non-traditional defense companies to step up and compete on a larger scale.

Jason Levin, Senior Vice President of Anduril’s Air Dominance & Strike Division, stressed the importance of delivering CCAs swiftly, cost-effectively, and at scale to counter evolving threats. Anduril looks forward to collaborating with the U.S. Air Force to provide this crucial capability to Airmen as soon as possible.

Anduril has long focused on autonomy and affordable mass as core principles since its establishment in 2017. The company aims to enhance defense capabilities for the U.S. and its allies by blending modern software expertise with a rapid hardware development and manufacturing approach. Their track record includes delivering high-performance, next-generation, software-defined capabilities within practical timelines and scales.

From advanced counter drone systems to large autonomous underwater vehicles, Anduril has demonstrated its ability to provide cutting-edge solutions for defense needs. Their commitment to transforming defense capabilities aligns with the goals of the CCA program, promising to bring innovation to the forefront of military technology.

In conclusion, Anduril's selection for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program underscores the importance of agility and innovation in modern defense. With their expertise in software and hardware development, Anduril is poised to contribute significantly to the advancement of U.S. and allied defense capabilities.