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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

How do stealth aircraft work?

Stealth aircraft achieve low observability through a combination of low-observable design features and advanced radar-absorbing materials.

RAF on alert due to expected Arctic cargo aircraft activity

The aircraft is understood to have behavioural intelligence-gathering capabilities of the type that can sort British citizens into a 'list', determining their behaviour over the last year.

A quick note on the value of aircraft carriers

As symbols of military strength and global reach, and as valuable tools for supporting diplomatic and political objectives, aircraft carriers are a vital component of the UK's ability to shape and influence global events.

‘The OSINT Bunker’ – Season 4 Episode 10

This week the panel discuss the turmoil in the Twitter world, the risks of misinformation and conflicts around Open Source Intelligence, and updates on the Russia-Ukraine war.

British Wedgetail aircraft fleet taking shape

New images show the UK's new Wedgetail AEW Mk1 airborne early warning and control aircraft starting to look the part.

First drone photos of HMS Glasgow in the water

New images and videos show HMS Glasgow, the first of eight Type 26 Frigates being built on the Clyde, in the water for the first time.

HMS Glasgow in the water for the first time

HMS Glasgow, the first of eight Type 26 Frigates being built on the Clyde, has reached a major milestone as she successfully entered the water for the first-ever time today.

Plans to buy more transport aircraft scrapped due to cost

The Ministry of Defence has abandoned plans to purchase additional A400M transport aircraft due to cost.

Britain awards contract for large crewless submarine

The submarine, in addition to being able to cover 1,000 miles in a single mission, can go deeper than the current submarine fleet.

Glasgow leaves Glasgow

Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow has left the shipyard in Glasgow that built her.