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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

Commando Wildcat lands on HMS Queen Elizabeth for the first time

A Commando Wildcat from 847 Naval Air Squadron has landed on the deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth for the first time, say the Royal Navy.

Analyst suggests replacing Sentinel with additional P-8A Poseidon aircraft

RUSI research fellow Justin Bronk has made the case for replacing the RAF's Sentinel R.1 fleet with additional P-8A Poseidon aircraft.

‘Poor MoD management’ blamed for £1.35bn nuclear project cost increase

The MoD said it "immensely regretted" the huge waste of taxpayers' money, which was caused by poor management of three nuclear infrastructure projects, resulting in a combined cost increase of £1.35 billion with delays of up to 6 years.

Fifth Advanced Weapons Elevator certified aboard USS Gerald R. Ford

The first-of-class aircraft carrier logged this important milestone amid earlier controversy over the system at its homeport at Naval Station Norfolk, just after completing a rigorous 32 days at sea.

Modified exercise Spring Storm wraps up in Estonia

The battlegroup was led by the United Kingdom and included forces from Denmark.

What measures are in place to prevent Coronavirus on submarines?

How are the Royal Navy making sure their submarines are safe?

NATO chief praises German nuclear sharing commitment

"All Allies have agreed that as long as nuclear weapons exist, NATO will remain a nuclear Alliance", said NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg.

British Army establishes new 1st Aviation Brigade

The first ever Aviation Brigade in the British Army has formed up, according to the MoD.

HMS Medway conducts aviation training in Carribean

HMS Medway met up with RFA Argus in the Caribbean, giving the River class ship the chance to take part in aviation training.

F-35 issues that were ‘believed to endanger pilots’ have been fixed

It is understood that engineers have eliminated all of the deficiencies believed to endanger pilots and about 90% of other serious flaws that could hamper missions.