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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

US Air Force accidentally put hospital helipad out of action

Air ambulances are currently unable to land at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, the major trauma centre for the East of England.

Chinook helicopter assists restoration of wildlife habitat

A Chinook helicopter delivered 56 tonnes of aggregate to an island in Portsmouth Harbour to enhance an important habitat for coastal birds.

British firm to modernise NATO secure communication systems

Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group will modernise NATO's secure communication systems.

British A400M aircraft not yet certified to drop paratroopers

British A400M Atlas transport aircraft are not yet certified to drop personnel but trials to support the capability are "planned".

UK to purchase 14 new Chinook helicopters

Delivery of the 14 new Chinook helicopters will be completed before the end of 2030.

British troops practice urban combat in Gibraltar

Exercise Daring Rock focused on close quarter battle and operations in built-up areas.

New South Korean ‘KF-21 Boramae’ fighter rolled-out

South Korea has unveiled its new 'KF-21 Boramae' fighter jet.

Indonesian submarine missing at sea

An Indonesian submarine has gone missing with 53 crew members.

British warship delivers vaccines to remote islands

HMS Forth has delivered vaccines to the remote British territory of Tristan da Cunha.

A400M conducts helicopter refuelling certification

The A400M has successfully conducted a helicopter air-to-air refuelling certification campaign, say Airbus.