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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

Wildcat helicopter works alongside Apache

A British Army Wildcat reconnaissance helicopter laser designated a target for an Apache hellfire missile launch.

Boeing Chinook Block II upgrade project moves to final assembly

Boeing and the US Army celebrated a major CH-47F Block II milestone with the loading of the first engineering and manufacturing development helicopter into final assembly this week.

New NATO Air Power Strategy ‘reflects central role of Air in defence’

NATO has released its new Joint Air Power Strategy.

German Air Force ‘In dire straits’ says Chief of Staff

Germany’s air force is in dire straits and funds are urgently needed to modernise its weaponry and systems, the air force chief of staff said according to local reports.

Royal Navy vessels join NATO exercise in Baltics

Seven Archer class vessels from the Royal Navy’s 1st Patrol Boat Squadron have taken part in BALTOPS, alongside 43 other ships and 60 aircraft from 22 allied nations.

Martin-Baker awarded a $7.7m contract for F-35 ejection seat components

Martin-Baker Aircraft Co is being awarded a $7,687,490 contract for the manufacture of 614 explosive cartridge kits; and 943 each of 12 different explosive cartridges used in the Martin-Baker ejection seat in F-35 aircraft.

The Clyde and the Type 26 Frigate – A never ending source of conspiracy...

It seems that every week and every new announcement regarding the Type 26 Frigate brings claims that the Clyde is being "sold out" or "betrayed", this week Australia is somehow at fault.

Australia cleared to buy Aegis combat system for Type 26 Frigates

The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Australia of equipment associated with the integration of the CEAFAR 2 Phased Array Radar System with the AEGIS Combat System for an estimated cost of $185 million.

France brings back national service

The objective of the service is to "promote engagement of young people in the nation’s life, to value citizenship and reinforce social cohesion".

New supercarriers and their F-35 jets ‘a very significant statement for the UK to...

Admiral Sir Philip Jones, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, spoke at at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in London on, alongside the US Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral John M Richardson.