Tom Dunlop
Tom has spent the last 13 years working in the defence industry, specifically military and commercial shipbuilding. His work has taken him around Europe and the Far East, he is currently based in Scotland.
BAE tests advanced flight control tech for F-35
This upgrade in the BAE Systems’ Vehicle Management Computer (VMC) is poised to boost mission efficiency, safety, and the aircraft's overall reliability, especially in challenging environments.
Size of planned F-35 fleet criticised as ‘not enough’
Despite the capabilities of F-35, there's growing criticism regarding poor procurement.
Recent flight hours of F-35 and Poseidon aircraft revealed
New data has detailed the flight hours of the F-35B Lightning and Poseidon aircraft since 2019.
HMS Westminster’s future uncertain amid refit concerns
Type 23 Frigate HMS Westminster's future status has sparked queries in the House of Commons, with John Healey, the Shadow Secretary of State for Defence, seeking clarification.
Welsh farmers receive £136k in low-flying compensation
Welsh farmers have been compensated to the tune of £136,763.95 over the last five years, due to disruption from low-flying military exercises.
Royal Marines complete training to guard UK nuclear arsenal
Royal Marines have undergone a rigorous training regimen, aimed at perfecting the skills required to safeguard the UK's nuclear weapons.
Finnish vessel joins NATO North Sea minehunting exercise
Finnish warship MHC Vahterpää has collaborated with Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One (SNMCMG1) during Exercise Sandy Coast in the North Sea.
US Army awards BAE $797m contract for AMPV production
Replacing the Vietnam War-era M113 family of vehicles, the AMPV provides critical upgrades in "mobility, survivability, interoperability and power" say BAE Systems.
MOD reveal figures for personnel still AWOL
The Ministry of Defence has released figures on the number of Armed Forces personnel still listed as Absent Without Leave (AWOL) as of August 17, 2023.
British maritime patrol aircraft keep eye on Russian vessels
The aircraft flew continuous sorties, with the fleet operating "24 hours a day for multiple days".
