Long-range NATO spy drone monitors Russian border
The latest FORTE10 flight shows a USAF RQ-4B Global Hawk running one of its long surveillance circuits across Europe, monitoring the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
UK says ECRS Mk2 radar timing depends on Eurofighter work
A series of written parliamentary answers has shed light on the remaining obstacles facing delivery of the Typhoon’s new European Common Radar System Mk2, while also clarifying the pace of procurement and the wider Eurofighter enhancement programme.
British paratroopers land in Japan
British troops have completed joint airborne training with Japan’s 1st Airborne Brigade as part of Exercise Vigilant Isles 25, a long-running bilateral drill focused on island defence, rapid deployment and shared tactics.
Windracers ULTRA displayed at Parliament for Ukraine Focus
Windracers has showcased its ULTRA autonomous aircraft at the UK Parliament following an invitation from the Ministry of Defence, the organisation stated.
UK boosts drone production as STARK opens new Swindon factory
STARK says its UK-built drones will be equipped with UK and European warheads capable of defeating heavy armour at lower cost than traditional precision weapons.
Chinese drone impersonates British Typhoon fighter jet
Flight tracking services yesterday showed a Chinese military aircraft operating around Hainan while broadcasting the identity of Royal Air Force Typhoon.
British laser weapon downs drones off coast of Scotland
Britain’s DragonFire laser has destroyed high speed drones during recent trials at the Hebrides range, with the Ministry of Defence announcing a £316m contract for MBDA UK to deliver the first ship fitted systems from 2027.
UK confirms FC/ASW fit checks on F-35B, no integration plan
F-35B fit checks were conducted to confirm that FC/ASW could be mounted "if required", with no current plan to integrate it to the aircraft.
Britain rules out sending reaper drones to Ukraine
The UK government has ruled out transferring any MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft to Ukraine.
Russia warned as ship sits off Scotland and targets aircraft
Defence Secretary John Healey has issued a direct warning to the Kremlin after the Russian intelligence-gathering ship Yantar returned to the northern approaches of the UK and targeted RAF crews with laser devices.
