UK a ‘sitting duck’to missile attack, MP warns
The UK lacks adequate defences against advanced missile threats and is exposed to attack as a result, according to comments made in the House of Commons during Defence questions.
Britain to buy thousands of drones and vows faster rollout
The Ministry of Defence says it is accelerating the development and adoption of uncrewed systems, while acknowledging that regulation remains a major barrier.
MQ-28 fires AIM-120 in autonomous air combat test
Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force have completed an air-to-air missile firing using an MQ-28 Ghost Bat uncrewed aircraft during a live exercise in Australia, marking what the company describes as a first-of-its-kind autonomous engagement.
Ukrainian interceptor drones strained as air war intensifies
A new report warns that Russia’s air campaign against Ukraine shows no sign of easing, despite improvements in interception rates, with sustained pressure on energy infrastructure, cities and civilians continuing to define the conflict.
MOD seeks suppliers for RAF air traffic control simulators
The Ministry of Defence is preparing to procure a new generation of air traffic control visual simulators for use across Royal Air Force sites, according to a newly published tender notice.
Britain’s new ‘Nightfall’ ballistic missile project underway
Britain has launched 'Project Nightfall' for a cost effective, ground launched ballistic missile with a range greater than 500 kilometres, capable of operating in high threat and contested environments.
BAE Systems wins mega $1.7Bn U.S. Navy weapons contract
BAE Systems has been awarded a five year contract by the United States Navy for the continued production of APKWS laser guidance kits.
New British long range strike system ‘on track’
Written answers published this week confirm that Project Brakestop, the UK's effort to field a low-cost long-range one-way strike system, remains "broadly on track".
Raybird recon drone shows UK potential in Iron Titan trials
Skyeton Prevail Solutions says its battle-tested Raybird unmanned aircraft has completed its first UK deployment during the British Army’s Iron Titan exercise.
British maritime patrol aircraft surge to Iceland
The RAF has carried out its largest ever deployment of P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, sending three jets from 120 Squadron to Keflavik Air Base in Iceland as part of NATO vigilance activity.
