Airbus is pressuring its partner Dassault Aviation for a decision amidst rising tensions over the Future Combat Air System (SCAF) project aimed at developing a new fighter jet by 2040. Dassault has expressed concerns about project leadership and delays attributed to Airbus’s involvement in the crewed fighter segment. While both companies are key to the initiative, there are fears that unresolved issues could jeopardize the collaboration, reminiscent of France’s past departure from the Eurofighter project. Germany and France are expected to clarify the project’s status by year-end, highlighting the need for cooperation to ensure the successful realization of advanced defense capabilities.