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George Allison

George Allison
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George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison

American F-35A stealth aircraft deploy to Estonia

Two F-35A stealth jets and supporting personnel arrived at Ämari Air Base, Estonia this week.

Royal Navy Destroyer enters the Black Sea

HMS Daring has sailed through the Bosphorus Straight and into the Black Sea, a move described by Russian media as 'clear provocation'.

F-35 to feature ‘laser weapons’

Lockheed Martin is considering laser weapon concepts for use by the F-35 and other aircraft.

British jets start air patrols over Romania

Four Typhoon aircraft from the Royal Air Force arrived in Romania on Monday as part of NATO's enhanced Air Policing mission.

Second Boeing T-X Aircraft Takes Flight

Boeing and Saab have completed the first flight of their second production-ready T-X aircraft The jet is identical to the first and designed specifically for...

Canada requests $195m follow-on C-17 support services

The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has approved a request by Canada to recieve follow-on C-17 logistics support services.

MBDA contracted to support Sea Viper weapon system on the Type 45 Destroyer fleet

MBDA has received a £175 million contract from the MoD for further 'In-Service Support' to the Sea Viper weapon system.

China launches first home built aircraft carrier

China has launched its first home built aircraft carrier, state media said Wednesday.

Fire strikes Type 45 Destroyer HMS Dragon

A fire has struck HMS Dragon, however crew extinguished the blaze before any damage was done.

HMS Queen Elizabeth to get first F-35 jets next year

Merlin helicopters were the first aircraft to begin flying from HMS Queen Elizabeth and they will soon be followed by F-35 jets next year.