Saudis Could Buy Up to 200 CCA Drones, GA Says

November 18, 2025

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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Discusses Saudi Arabia Deal Amid Crown Prince Visit

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems President David Alexander discussed potential deals with Saudi Arabia, including up to 200 CCAs and 130 MQ-9Bs. The program would include production localization in the Kingdom, which is seen as a key part of the deal. Alexander also mentioned that other countries in the region have expressed interest in joining CCA. This comes ahead of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to the White House, where the US plans to sell F-35 stealth fighter jets to Riyadh.

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GA-ASI Saudi Arabia CCA MQ-9B F-35

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Saudis Could Buy Up to 200 CCA Drones, GA Says

November 18, 2025

2 min read

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Discusses Saudi Arabia Deal Amid Crown Prince Visit

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems President David Alexander discussed potential deals with Saudi Arabia, including up to 200 CCAs and 130 MQ-9Bs. The program would include production localization in the Kingdom, which is seen as a key part of the deal. Alexander also mentioned that other countries in the region have expressed interest in joining CCA. This comes ahead of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to the White House, where the US plans to sell F-35 stealth fighter jets to Riyadh.

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GA-ASI Saudi Arabia CCA MQ-9B F-35

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