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
Timeline and cost increase for New Medium Helicopter Project
New data reveals that the timeline for the New Medium Helicopter programme has been extended by three years, while the project's whole life cost has also seen a notable increase.
F-35 Spear Cap 3 missile project ‘facing challenges’
The Ministry of Defence's SPEAR Capability 3 project, tasked with delivering the future principal air-to-air ground weapon for the F-35 fleet, is having issues.
Brimstone 3 project moves into ‘Red’ status, MOD Reveals
According to the latest Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP) data released by the Ministry of Defence, the Brimstone 3 project has encountered significant obstacles.
Timelapse shows the construction of a frigate in Glasgow
Through the marvels of drone technology and determined documentation, a timelapse video many years in the making offers the chance to watch HMS Glasgow go from disjointed hull sections to a floating frigate.
RAF Atlas takes part in Pacific air exercise
Stationed in Guam, Western Pacific, the Atlas conducted an array of sorties as part of the US Air Mobility Command's largest annual exercise.
HMS Prince of Wales heading back to sea this week
Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is set to sail from Rosyth Dockyard this week following a long period of repairs, quelling rumours of the ship being scrapped for spare parts.
UK Typhoon Force in unprecedented operational demand
The UK's Typhoon force experienced its busiest year ever, marking an "unprecedented" number of operational hours flown.
Reports suggest RAF could aid Orkney ferry crisis
Reports have emerged suggesting the Royal Air Force could be called in to airlift supplies to Orkney.
Work contract for UK ‘Excalibur’ combat air test aircraft
The contract will initiate the next phase of the Excalibur Flight Test Aircraft (FTA) project, a pivotal element of the UK’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS).
American airborne nuclear command post lands in Scotland
A Boeing E-6 Mercury, America's airborne nuclear command post, has landed in Scotland. ThE aircraft is known for its ability to remotely launch intercontinental ballistic missiles.
