Pegasus (Germany)

The Pegasus program is a German initiative to develop a next-generation airborne signals intelligence (SIGINT) platform based on modified Bombardier Global 6000 business jets, led by Hensoldt with partners Lufthansa Technik Defense and Bombardier Defense, to replace the decommissioned Bréguet BR1150 Atlantic aircraft and provide modern SIGINT capabilities for the Bundeswehr. As of late 2025, the first aircraft has arrived in Germany for mission system integration, testing, and certification, with delivery to the Luftwaffe scheduled for 2026, operational capability in 2027, and the remaining two aircraft by 2028; it is currently in the advanced development and procurement phase. Strategically, Pegasus enhances Germany's long-range SIGINT reconnaissance for NATO operations, addressing gaps from the cancelled Euro Hawk program and potentially expanding beyond the initial three aircraft due to geopolitical demands.