Airbus capable of developing a fighter alone, CEO says amid FCAS row

Core Viewpoint - Airbus is prepared to participate in decisions regarding the potential division of the troubled Franco-German-Spanish fighter project, known as FCAS, into two separate warplanes, but the company is also capable of independently developing a fighter if necessary [1]. Group 1: Airbus's Position on FCAS - Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury stated that it is uncertain how a decision to split the FCAS project would affect the common elements between the two potential projects [1]. - The ongoing disputes between Airbus and Dassault Aviation have contributed to the challenges faced by the FCAS project [1]. Group 2: Industry Context - The comments from Airbus come amid broader discussions in the aerospace and defense industry regarding collaboration and competition among European defense contractors [1]. - The potential split of the FCAS project reflects the complexities and strategic considerations in developing advanced military technology in Europe [1].