That sentiment did not sway John Thune (R-S.D.), who reminded Wynne that, as acting deputy secretary of acquisition, logistics, and technology, Wynne himself had played a “major role” in developing the BRAC recommendations. Thune, who had fought hard to get the BRAC commission to remove Ellsworth AFB, S.D., from the bases marked for closure by the Pentagon, asked for Wynne’s assurance that as Air Force Secretary he would not thwart efforts to enhance missions for bases previously slated for closure. Wynne replied: “As far as I’m concerned, the BRAC commission has ruled. … The past is past, and anything in the future will be reviewed on its own merits.”
Competitors Not Picked for CCA Look Forward to Increment 2
April 25, 2024
While none of the major aircraft contractors were selected to develop the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, all three say they are seeking further autonomous aircraft work for the Navy, foreign partners, or in the classified arena, and maybe future versions of the CCA itself.