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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

U.S. Air Force chief flies in AI-piloted F-16 jet

U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall was flown in the X-62A, a modified F-16D, at Edwards Air Force Base.

All major Royal Navy warships now being built in Scotland

Scotland has become the hub for constructing all of the Royal Navy's escort vessels.

German vessels to assist with Royal Navy training

German vessels will now support British training operations when Royal Fleet Auxiliary ships are otherwise unavailable.

Helicopter carries an F-35 whilst being refuelled

During the operation, the CH-53K also demonstrated its aerial refuelling capabilities with a KC-130T Hercules.

Royal Navy endorses new electronic warfare system

The Royal Navy has officially endorsed the Maritime Electronic Warfare System Integrated Capability (MEWSIC), following positive feedback from its first round of testing.

UK confirms new nuclear subs to be operational in 2030s

Britain's new nuclear submarines will be operational from the late 2030s, replacing the current Astute Class.

New American assault ship named USS Helmand Province

The 45,000-ton ship will be the third Flight I America-class ship following Bougainville and Fallujah.

The indispensable role of the Royal Logistic Corps

Without the vital services and skills provided by the RLC, the British Army would struggle to function.

MOD equal pay audit shows ‘negligible’ gender pay gap

According to a report, there is "virtually no gender pay gap" when salaries are adjusted for length of service.

Britain’s Typhoon fleet: Counts and variants revealed

The UK's Typhoon fleet consists of 137 aircraft, divided into 30 Tranche 1, 67 Tranche 2, and 40 Tranche 3 variants.