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Craig Langford

Craig Langford
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Craig initially trained as a mechanical engineer, but after a brief and disillusioning stint designing ventilation systems, he pivoted to journalism.

American fighters fire live missiles over Gulf Coast

The event brought together fifth-generation F-22 Raptors and F-35A Lightning IIs alongside legacy aircraft such as the F-15C Eagle, F-15EX Eagle II, F-15E Strike Eagle and F-16 Fighting Falcon.

NATO opens new air operations centre in Norway’s High North

NATO has opened a new Combined Air Operations Centre (CAOC) in Bodø, Norway, enhancing coordination of air operations across the Arctic and northern Europe.

Boxer armoured vehicle programme faces further delay

The British Army’s new Boxer armoured vehicle programme has encountered additional delays in reaching its Initial Operating Capability.

Canada to buy $1.75bn HIMARS package from United States

The proposed sale includes 26 M142 launchers, along with a range of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) and Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) pods.

New strategy to secure UK steel for defence sites

The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to using British-made steel where possible in upgrades to Royal Navy, Army and RAF bases.

Aircraft used for ministerial transport outlined

The Ministry of Defence has clarified which aircraft are included in the Royal Air Force’s Command Support Air Transport (CSAT) fleet.

US signals Tomahawk supply to Ukraine

Washington and Kyiv are engaged in detailed talks about the possible provision of long range cruise missiles to Ukraine.

Ministers condemn protests targeting UK defence sites

Peers in the House of Lords have warned that violent protests at UK defence and aerospace facilities risk undermining national security and damaging the reputation of the British defence industry abroad.

Rolls-Royce Expands mtu 199 range for combat vehicles

Rolls-Royce is expanding its mtu Series 199 into a full product family with a wider power range for both new military land vehicles and repowering existing platforms.

UK outlines alternative navigation tech under study

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that four technologies are being prioritised to provide alternatives to satellite-based navigation.