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
America conducts test launch of unarmed nuclear missile
On June 4 at 12:56 a.m. Pacific Time, an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile was successfully launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.
British jets ‘intercept’ American B-52 bombers
The Typhoon jets, flying as JEDI flight, took off from RAF Akrotiri and conducted a friendly intercept of the two B-52s.
Cavalry horses injured in London doing well
The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment has announced that the soldiers and horses injured in London on 24th April 2024 are making remarkable progress in their recovery.
Glasgow frigate factory roof begins to take shape
One of the largest buildings in the country, the new frigate factory at the BAE Systems shipyard in Govan, Glasgow, is taking shape.
NATO jets to ‘fight’ NATO jets on exercise
Fighter jets from nine Allied nations will converge at Ramstein Air Base on June 6, 2024, for the US-led multinational exercise Ramstein 1v1.
Typhoon capability enhancement progresses
The Phase 4 Enhancement (P4E) SD (system definition) package contains a number of new developments, including an automated sensor management capability for all Typhoon radars.
UK to commemorate D-Day 80th with major events
The United Kingdom will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings in June 2024 with a series of major events across the UK and France
Sweden donates Saab 340 AEW&C aircraft to Ukraine
Sweden acknowledges a potential temporary reduction in its own air defence capacity due to this donation.
Labour to pass laws to improve lives of forces personnel
A new Armed Forces Commissioner will be established as an independent champion for service personnel and their families to improve everyday life.
Group Captain Bunn appointed new Provost Marshal of RAF
The Royal Air Force has appointed Group Captain Samantha Bunn as the new Provost Marshal (RAF) and Commander of the Air Security Force.
