George Allison
British Army vehicle fires high power laser weapon
According to the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and the Ministry of Defence (MOD), this trial marks the first instance of such a weapon being fired from a UK land vehicle.
U.S. B-52H bombers arrive in Romania in message to Russia
The deployment will see the B-52s operating near the Black Sea coast near Ukraine.
New UK fighter jet programme appears to move forward
The UK's Tempest fighter jet programme seems to be moving forward despite previous concerns about its potential cancellation under the new Labour Government.
Britain unveils new stealth fighter design
The three nations of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) – the UK, Italy, and Japan – have unveiled a new concept model of their next-generation combat aircraft. Set to be in service by 2035, this aircraft will be among the world's most advanced, fighter jets.
Couple engaged in A400M Atlas cockpit at RIAT 2024
RAF crew and onlookers experienced a heartwarming moment at this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) when a couple got engaged in the cockpit of an RAF A400M Atlas.
Britain rebuilding ability to manufacture large-calibre guns
After a 20 year gap, the United Kingdom intends to regenerate the ability to build gun barrels of the type used by tanks and artillery.
Finland and Sweden intercept Russian aircraft over Baltic
The aircraft was not on a flight plan, not in radio contact with civilian air traffic control, and did not use a transponder signal as required under international aviation rules.
British carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth back at sea
HMS Queen Elizabeth left dry-dock at Rosyth today after undergoing critical repairs to her starboard propeller shaft coupling and is now back at Sea.
Britain criticises both Israel and Hamas for Gaza crisis
"Hamas cannot remain in charge of Gaza. But equally, the Israel Defence Forces cannot remain situated in Gaza", said the Foreign Secretary.
Delivery of upgraded F-35 jets begins
The Technology Refresh 3 (TR-3) upgrade for the F-35 brings substantial improvements to its computing power.