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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

Typhoon to remain at forefront of combat air capability in Europe ‘for decades’

Typhoon is to remain at the forefront of combat air capability in Europe for decades to come, according to Air Commodore Linc Taylor.

Aircraft carrier Prince of Wales operations room ready two months early

The Royal Navy say that the nerve centre of Britain’s second giant new aircraft carrier, the operations room, is ready two months earlier than planned.

What is the purpose of Tempest?

While the announcement of a full-scale mock-up of a twin engine single-seater called Tempest at the Farnborough Airshow was widely reported, don't read too much into it.

British F-35 jet with British built weapons takes to the skies

An F-35 Lightning has carried out trials armed with UK-built weapons.

USAF supports Royal Air Force exercise

The US Air Force 492nd Fighter Squadron sent several F-15E Strike Eagles to support Royal Air Force exercise Typhoon Warrior last week.

What is the British Army doing in Afghanistan?

The United Kingdom has played an important role in supporting Afghanistan over the last 16 years and is committed to continuing this in the future, say the British Army.

Is a new British satellite navigation system a good idea?

The UK's threat to establish an alternative to the Galileo satellite system is a clever Brexit bargaining position - but should be no more than than that.

British Typhoons investigate Russian aircraft over Black Sea for the third time this week

Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets have been launched in response to two Russian aircraft flying in NATO airspace.

Leander frigate generates global interest say Cammell Laird

Cammell Laird say it is attracting international interest after it proposed Leander for the Type 31e Frigate competition.

UK Space Agency: 2000 satellite launches by 2030

New figures published this month reveal that the UK could compete in a high value market to launch an estimated 2,000 satellites by 2030.