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.
First C-130J with new centre wing returns to RAF
Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group has delivered the first of 14 RAF C-130Js to undergo Enhanced Service Life Centre Wing Box replacement.
British Chinooks conduct ‘intensive operations’ supporting French troops in Mali
During one phase of the operation a Chinook flew through the night alongside French Caiman helicopters to insert over 130 troops to conduct a clearance patrol in force.
BAE receive $33m to produce long range artillery guidance system
BAE say that the capability will help U.S. Army achieve long range precision strikes beyond 70 kilometres by 2023.
U.S. Army orders next-gen missile warning system from BAE
BAE Systems has received a $179 million contract from the U.S. Army.
Royal Marines trial new drones and robots near Glasgow
Royal Marines responsible for guarding the UK’s nuclear weapons and submarines have been testing drones and robots at Jackton Police College in East Kilbride.
New training system for Reaper and Protector Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems
The new Reaper training system will also be used for the new Protector RPAS which will enter RAF service in the early-2020s.
Australia purchasing anti-ship missiles to boost long-range strike capabilities
Australia has made the decision to acquire AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missiles at an estimated cost of around $800 million.
Typhoon jets intercept Russian aircraft with support from ‘VIP’ Voyager
Typhoon fighter aircraft have been scrambled to monitor Russian aircraft north of Scotland.
RAF convert two BAe146 aircraft to carry medical patients
"The advantage of the BAe146 is that it can land at airports where Voyager can't due to its smaller size and footprint."
