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
How many sorties are RAF aircraft flying per month?
Here is a list detailing the number of sorties by Typhoon, Voyager, Sentinel, Rivet Joint and E-3 Sentry aircraft in each month between January 2019 and May 2021.
British F-35 conducts first ‘austere forward refuelling’
A F-35B from HMS Queen Elizabeth has conducted the UK Lightning Force's first 'austere forward refuelling' in an overseas environment, whilst operating from the carrier.
British tanker refuels French carrier jets over the Middle East
The range of the aircraft flying from French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle was extended with the help of land based British tankers for the first time.
British, American, Italian and Israeli F-35s fly together
F-35 jets launched from HMS Queen Elizabeth took part an exercise alongside Israeli and Italian jets.
Ministry of Defence confirm ‘no plans’ to cut C-17 fleet
Despite earlier speculation, the Ministry of Defence have confirmed that there are "no plans" to reduce the size of the Royal Air Force fleet of C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft.
British warship heads to Black Sea despite Russian warnings
HMS Defender, a Type 45 Destroyer belonging to HMS Queen Elizabeth's Carrier Strike Group, is sailing to the Black Sea despite Russian warnings it is 'tracking the movements of the British warship'.
Why must British warships be built in the UK?
A Minister has outlined why Royal Navy warships must, by virtue of national security, be built in the United Kingdom.
F-35 jet lands on HMS Prince of Wales for the first time
There are currently two British aircraft carriers at sea with jets onboard for the first time in decades.
How many UK weapons will be integrated onto the F-35?
British F-35B jets will soon be fitted with Meteor air to air missiles and the SPEAR Capability 3 precision surface attack missile.
How is saltwater removed from British P-8 Poseidon aircraft?
Have you ever wondered how the P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft fleet deals with the corrosion caused by saltwater?
