Lisa West
Lisa has a degree in Media & Communication from Glasgow Caledonian University and works with industry news, sifting through press releases in addition to moderating website comments.
Britain’s Proteus helicopter drone first flight next year
Leonardo's Proteus 'Airborne Collaborative Platform' is expected to have its first flight in early 2025.
Global investigation leads to Anjem Choudary conviction
The joint investigation, which included MI5, Scotland Yard, the New York Police Department (NYPD), and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), uncovered Choudary's extensive efforts to radicalise individuals.
Why does NATO have troops near Russia?
The forces invovled in NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence (EFP), while not large enough to pose a direct threat to Russia, are significant enough to ensure that any invasion would encounter NATO forces and trigger a collective response.
RAF to trial augmented reality training technology
In practical terms, the pilot will see virtual aircraft through their visor, which may include an adversary fighter aircraft displaying hostile intent.
Britain grows Protector drone fleet
Equipped with advanced equipment and precision strike weapons, Protector will offer critical armed surveillance capabilities and deploy against potential adversaries globally.
Typhoon flies historic display on sustainable fuel
The eight-minute display, piloted by Flight Lieutenant David ‘Turbo’ Turnbull, utilised a 35% blend of sustainable fuel.
Ajax vehicle to reach initial capability end of next year
The British Army's Ajax armoured vehicle programme is progressing towards achieving Initial Operating Capability (IOC) by December 2025.
Britain’s new helicopter project continuing
The New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme aims to acquire a modern medium-lift support helicopter to replace up to five different aircraft types currently in use.
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UK may expand E-7 early warning aircraft fleet
The new UK Government has refused to rule out the potential expansion of its planned E-7 Wedgetail fleet as part of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.
