New high-tech Air Force Mission at Beale AFB
Washington, D.C.—Beale Air Force Base has been selected as the preferred location for the Air Force's new Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) Aircraft Readiness Unit, announced Congressman Doug LaMalfa, R-Richvale, a major step forward in securing the base's future role in next-generation defense technology.
'This is a major win for Beale AFB and a vote of confidence in the capabilities of our region,' LaMalfa said. 'These aircraft represent the future of the Air Force—autonomous, highly capable, and ready to deploy at a moment's notice. I worked closely with my colleagues in Congress, state and local leaders, and the Department of Defense to make the case for Beale. I want to thank President Trump, DOD leadership, and the Air Force for recognizing Beale's strategic importance and moving quickly to make it happen.'
The selection of Beale Air Force Base won over competing sites in Nevada and North Dakota.
Collaborative Combat Aircraft are part of the next generation of autonomous and fully integrated aircraft that will have broad multi-use capability from intelligence gathering to weapons deployment and much more, according to LaMalfa's office. The new technology and airframes are part of a fast-evolving modernization of the USAF.
The Air Force is currently conducting ground tests of the aircraft, with flight testing expected later this year.
LaMalfa, Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, represents California's First Congressional District, including Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sutter, Tehama and Yuba counties.
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