Imagine soaring skies where drones and crewed jets unite, shaping the very future of warfare. This episode is all about the revolutionary Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCAs), their potential as game-changers in military strategy, and their anticipated transformation of the F-35 Lightning from an emblem of costly ambition to a beacon of efficiency. We’re unpacking the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) initiative and discussing the Air Force's remarkable plan to add 1,000 CCAs to its arsenal. Are crewed jets becoming obsolete, or will they work alongside these AI-powered machines for superior tactical advantages? Join us as we evaluate the evolving role of AI in warfare and consider the future ratio of crewed versus uncrewed fighters.

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