No decisions yet on new RAF jet trainer, says Pollard
The Jet Training System programme is ongoing and no final procurement decisions have been made, according to an answer given in Parliament.
Wedgetail equipment redesigned and recertified, MPs told
Certain items within the E-7 Wedgetail programme required re-design and consequently re-certification, with further detail on specific military systems and certification activities withheld for reasons of operational security.
Al Carns asks how Britain will organise for drone war
Britain's response to the uncrewed formations being stood up in the United States, Germany and Ukraine runs through the hybrid Navy and the investment going into innovation and drone technology, the Defence Secretary told the Commons.
Welsh planning inspector appointed for deep space radar
The Welsh Government has appointed a planning inspector to handle the application for the proposed deep space radar at Cawdor Barracks.
Two re-arrested over alleged help to Iranian intelligence
Two men have been re-arrested in the investigation into activity close to RAF Fairford last month on suspicion of assisting Iran's intelligence service.
Lockheed Martin to build British hypersonic targets
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to deliver Project Bowline, a hypersonic target programme supporting the development and testing of missile defence systems against advanced threats.
Storm Shadow to stay in service as successor is funded
Storm Shadow will remain in service with the British armed forces for the "foreseeable future".
Brimstone 3 cleared for use on Protector drone
Operational clearances are now in place for the use of Brimstone 3 on the Protector RG Mk1, after trial data was reviewed, according to an answer given in Parliament.
American F-22 stealth jet controls combat drone
A US Air Force F-22 Raptor has directed a YFQ-44A Collaborative Combat Aircraft during an airborne tactical-control demonstration, with the fighter pilot issuing commands that were interpreted and executed autonomously by the uncrewed aircraft.
No new outsourcing at Fylingdales, minister says
The Ministry of Defence has refused to publish a risk assessment of private sector involvement in running the Solid State Phased Array Radar at RAF Fylingdales, saying the recent contract activity continues arrangements that have been in place for years.
