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.
F-35 jet conducts test flight with TR-3 configuration
TR-3 provides the necessary capability to support advanced Block 4 features, including updated sensor suites, expanded capabilities for long-range precision weapons, enhanced electronic warfare features and increased interoperability with other platforms.
UK and Norway looking for ways to work closer in the air
Both air forces touched on international agreements, methods of sharing intelligence, and reciprocal exchange posts, as a means to enhance understanding and integration.
British Atlas force conducts training in Norway
The training provided on this route is invaluable in preparing Air Mobility Force aircrew for future worldwide operations, say the RAF.
Britain takes command of major Middle East security force
The United Kingdom has assumed command of Combined Task Force 150, a crucial naval force responsible for countering terrorism and drug smuggling in the Middle East.
Royal Navy join massive Norwegian naval exercise
The exercise included attack submarine HMS Artful and frigate HMS Northumberland, most of the Royal Norwegian Navy, Danish warships, F-35 stealth fighters, and long-range maritime patrol aircraft.
Wildcat gets a new eye in the sky
The British Army is testing out a new tactical data link (TDL) that will boost the capabilities of its Wildcat helicopters.
Russia boosts defences amid concerns of Ukrainian offensive
Russia has recently increased its defensive fortifications in the central Zaporizhzhia Oblast region of southern Ukraine.
UK aids Ukraine with delivery of counter-explosive gear
The UK was the first European country to send military aid to Ukraine, with more and more military and humanitarian aid being delivered every week.
British surveillance jet tracks Russian units in Ukraine
A British RC-135 ‘Rivet Joint’, a dedicated electronic surveillance aircraft, has again been deployed to conduct surveillance of Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.
F135 engine upgrade receives £62m funding boost
Pratt & Whitney's F135 Engine Core Upgrade (ECU) for the F-35 has received $75 million in additional funding to modernise the engine.
