George Allison
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
F-35 destroys first live Air-to-Air target
An F-35 Lightning II launched an air-to-air missile, directly hitting a drone over a military test range off the California at the end of July.
India cancels tender for six Airbus tankers due to cost
Citing a 'high operational cost', India has withdrawn the tender for the purchase of six multi-role tanker transport aircraft from Airbus Defence and Space.
A400M’s paratrooper delivery capability validated
Paratroopers from the French Air Force recently completed a series of parachute jumps from an A400M to validate the aircraft’s delivery capability.
Netherlands and Luxembourg jointly purchase tanker aircraft
The Netherlands and Luxembourg are to purchase two Airbus Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft, the aircraft will be operated by NATO.
New Tide class tanker delivery delayed
RFA Tidespring, a new Tide class tanker, is now seven months late and has still not been accepted by the Ministry of Defence.
MoD respond to our article on the Type 45 Destroyer fleet
On Friday, we published an article regarding all Type 45 Destroyers being in Portsmouth at the same time, the Ministry of Defence have responded.
F-35 so stealthy, it ‘produced training challenges’ pilot says
The F-35 is so stealthy, pilots are reportedly having difficulty participating in some types of training exercises.
Syrian Air Force has received Su-24M2 bombers
The Syrian Air Force has received a batch of Su-24M2 bombers from Russia, according to the AMN news agency.
RAF Valley closed for August to refurbish airfield
RAF Valley on Anglesey is now closed to all aircraft for August as a £20 million project to refurbish the airfield continues.
Russian helicopter shot down in Syria
A Russian helicopter, a Mi-8, has been shot down over Syria's Idlib province.
