Mediation between Airbus and Dassault fails to resolve dispute over sixth-generation system, according to report

Eric Trappier warns time is running short for France, Germany and Spain to resolve disputes over control of the future fighter program

Future of European fighter program under pressure as partners clash over control

Clash with Airbus over leadership of Europe’s sixth-generation fighter recalls disputes that split earlier multinational projects

Engine maker says Berlin’s entry could expand export base as Franco-German FCAS project falters

Move comes as Dassault and Airbus clash over leadership of European combat aircraft program

Airbus signals openness to two-fighter approach while Berlin reassesses sixth-generation ambitions

Chancellor Friedrich Merz raises doubts over cost and relevance of crewed aircraft amid industrial tensions between Dassault and Airbus

French president says project remains strategically necessary despite industrial deadlock

Potential collaboration could address financial and industrial constraints for Sweden and Germany amid FCAS uncertainties