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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

Microsoft Flight Simulator – A review

Despite a launch marred by calamitous community engagement, Microsoft Flight Simulator manages to soar above and beyond expectations.

British and German JTACs work together on Exercise Furious Wolf

British Army and German Bundeswehr Joint Terminal Attack Controllers trained together at Kazlu Ruda training ranges in Lithuania.

Royal Navy using robots for underwater survey work

The Royal Navy say it has has "shown its commitment" to using autonomous and robot systems for underwater survey work.

P-8 Poseidon used to support UK Border Force in English Channel

The P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft made its operational debut last week tracking a Russian warship near the UK coast, it has now been tasked to look for dinghies in the English Channel.

NATO forces conclude Black Sea deployment

NATO naval vessels left the Black Sea after visiting Ukraine and participating in two regional exercises.

Troubled ferry MV Glen Sannox enters dry dock for repair

The MV Glen Sannox, currently £100m over budget and four years behind schedule, has been moved down the Clyde to Greenock to rectify major build issues as part of a £400,000 contract.

NATO AGS fleet grows with arrival of new aircraft

The fourth remotely piloted aircraft for NATO's Alliance Ground Surveillance Force has arrived.

New Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel welcomes first crew

The Royal Navy’s final of five new offshore patrol vessels, HMS Spey, has welcomed her first sailors on board.

Boeing’s Arizona line produces first QF-16 Full-Scale Aerial Target

In 2017 a QF-16 was used as an Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle, autonomously attacking a ground target as a part of the 'Loyal Wingman' project.

First Danish F-35 takes shape

The aircraft, with tail number L-001, recently arrived at the Electronic Mate and Alignment Station.