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
809 Naval Air Squadron reborn for F-35 Lightning
The iconic 809 Naval Air Squadron, known as the Phoenix Squadron, has been recommissioned as the UK’s second front-line F-35 squadron.
US grounds entire V-22 Osprey fleet
This precautionary measure follows an operational stand down by the Air Force Special Operations Command and a recent V-22 Osprey crash.
Caribbean deployment proves Type 45 Destroyer engine fix
HMS Dauntless, a Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer, tested the major engine upgrades as part of the Power Improvement Programme (PIP).
Japan learns F-35B carrier ops from Britain
Japanese F-35Bs could possibly be landing on British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales in the future.
US approves sale of 13,981 high explosive rounds to Israel
The U.S. Secretary of State, in justifying this sale to Congress, cited an emergency that necessitates the immediate provision of the equipment to Israel.
BAE announces team for UK future artillery bid
BAE Systems plans to transfer technology from its existing production line in Sweden to the UK to establish a UK-based production line.
MoD seeks advanced underwater force protection capabilities
The Royal Navy, under the project name UW PROTECT, is actively seeking information on an array of underwater defence systems.
British intelligence releases map of Ukraine front line
UK Defence Intelligence has disseminated an updated map of the conflict in Ukraine, showing the frontlines.
Typhoon jets heading to Arctic for ‘secret’ escort mission
The UK Defence Journal understands that Typhoon jets will be deploying to the Arctic later this month for what is intended to be a secret escort mission involving a cargo aircraft.
Britain in £1bn push for hypersonic missile strike capability
Procurement will include 'functional components' such as "propulsion systems, airframes, flight control computer systems, guidance systems and sensors".
