Craig Langford
Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.
U.S. Air Force approves Compass Call crew simulator
BAE Systems’ Compass Call Mission Crew Simulator has been approved for use by the U.S. Air Force, providing realistic training and mission rehearsal for crews operating the EA-37B electronic attack aircraft.
AERIUS Marine to supply HVAC systems for Hunter frigates
AERIUS Marine Australia has been contracted to design and supply the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems for the first three Hunter class frigates, BAE Systems Australia stated.
UK Gov and Scot Gov work together on veteran homelessness
The UK government is working with devolved administrations, including the Scottish Government, to address veteran homelessness and improve access to housing support, the Ministry of Defence stated.
Rolls-Royce leads UK project on smarter SAF deployment
Rolls-Royce is leading a new UK research initiative aimed at finding more effective ways to use sustainable aviation fuel to reduce both carbon and non-carbon emissions, the company stated.
Worlds most powerful warship arrives in Caribbean
The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group has entered the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility to support counter-narcotics and counter-terrorism operations in the Western Hemisphere, the U.S. Navy stated.
HMS Trent aids Jamaica after record hurricane strike
A Royal Navy patrol ship has deployed to Jamaica to assist in humanitarian relief efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.
UK steel cuts ‘pose low risk’ to defence supply chain
The Ministry of Defence has downplayed concerns that reductions in Britain’s steelmaking capacity could undermine national defence projects, stating that the overall impact on critical infrastructure is “deemed low”.
RAF maintains steady supply flights for Ukraine support
British transport aircraft continue to operate regular flights between RAF Brize Norton and Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport in southeastern Poland, sustaining the air bridge that enables the delivery of equipment to Ukraine.
Repair call-out costs for UK reserve bases revealed
The Ministry of Defence has published monthly figures showing the cost of urgent repair call-outs to Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) sites across the United Kingdom since January 2023.
UK confirms Spain overflight ban ‘no impact’ on Gibraltar ops
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that restrictions on British military aircraft entering Spanish airspace continue to apply to flights arriving at or departing from RAF Gibraltar, though officials say the measures have no operational impact.
