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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

WATCH: 17(R) Squadron begin UK F-35 testing

The arrival of the UK's first F35 Lighting II Stealth Fighter Aircraft at Edwards Air Force Base in the USA on the 13th Jan 2015.

WATCH: Typhoon aerial refuelling

Typhoons supported by a Voyager tanker which provides them with additional fuel along the way to Red Flag in the US.

South Korean navy visit Portsmouth

Hundreds of South Korean sailors have arrived in Portsmouth on board two naval vessels to start a four day visit to the UK.

Specialist engine facilities for Typhoon jets at Lossiemouth

The contract for an Installed Typhoon Engine Test Facility, at a value of just over £9 milion, has been awarded to Henry Brothers.

WATCH: Tornado striking target

Tornado GR4 from XV(R) Squadron dropping the Paveway III laser-guided bomb, a highly capable weapon used against hardened and concealed targets.

US approves sale of Hellfire missiles to France

The US Department of State sanctioned the sale of 200 Hellfire missiles to France.

Chaos as migrants protest violently at RAF base on Cyprus

Groups of migrants who want to leave RAF facilities on the island are seen protesting in apparent anger at the conditions there.

WATCH: F-35A Completes first aerial gun test

An F-35A has completed the first tests of its internal gun during a test flight, quieting previous rumours it was unable to fire its gun.

Are Russian airstrikes actually helping Islamic State?

A defence analyst has suggested Russian airstrikes in Syria are not hurting Islamic State but are actually helping the group.

WATCH: HMS Bulwark fends off enemy aircraft

HMS Bulwark faces off with enemy aircraft in NATO's largest exercise in over a decade.