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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

The F-35 ejector seat non-issue

"A range of ejector seat design solutions are being developed and these are expected to be in place before the aircraft enters service in the UK."

94% of steel used in new carriers sourced from UK mills

It has been revealed that only 6% of the steel used in the Queen Elizabeth class came from overseas.

Royal Navy to receive new navigation radar systems

New navigation radar systems will be fitted to more than 60 Royal Navy ships, submarines and shore facilities as part of a £44 million contract.

MoD again confirm UK retains operational control of Trident

Media claims that the UK needs US permission to fire Trident missiles has forced the MoD to once more confirm UK control.

Major anti-terrorism exercise in Glasgow completed

A shopping centre in the Glasgow area was the scene for a training exercise to test the response of the emergency services to a major firearms attack.

Active shooter reported at San Diego Naval Medical Centre

Active shooter in San Diego Naval Medical Center, occupants advised to "run, hide, or fight."

British and American F-35’s headed to UK air shows

At least one British F-35 will join US Marine Corps aircraft and participate in air shows this year.

F-35 meets 2015 goals

The US Department of Defence accepted its 45th F-35 aircraft delivery for 2015, meeting the production goal for the year.

Egypt to receive 46 Ka-52 attack helicopters

Russia will deliver 46 Kamov Ka-52 attack helicopters for the Egyptian Navy's Mistral helicopter carriers. The contract for the supply of Kamov Ka-52 helicopters to Egypt...

Royal Navy ice ship breaks 80 year Antarctica record

HMS Protector became the first Royal Navy vessel to visit the Eastern Antarctica or sail below 77 degrees latitude since before the Second World War.