U.S. to cancel E-7 Wedgetail in favour of space systems
The potential termination of the U.S. programme also carries implications for allied efforts.
Review team plays down UK air-launched nuclear weapons
Senior authors of the Strategic Defence Review have downplayed the idea of Britain acquiring air-launched tactical nuclear weapons, despite growing speculation that the UK is considering purchasing F-35A aircraft to enable such a capability.
NATO to boost missile defences 400%, allies to buy 700 F-35s
NATO Secretary General Rutte has announced new defence targets, including a 400% increase in missile defences and the collective purchase of at least 700 F-35 fighter jets by non-U.S. #NATO Allies.
UK signs support contract for new Protector drone fleet
The Ministry of Defence has signed a long-term logistics and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) to support the Royal Air Force’s new fleet of Protector drones.
Meteor integration on F-35B delayed from 2027 to early 2030s
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the integration of the MBDA Meteor missile with the F-35B Lightning II has slipped again, with in-service capability now expected in the early 2030s.
UK exploring idea of F-35A purchase for NATO strike role
We’ve corrected our article: UK F-35A purchase intention not confirmed, but being considered based on requriements. Gov’t edited response after error suggested a firm shift.
UK aircraft not helping Israel threaten ‘aid ship’
A Royal Air Force surveillance flight over the Eastern Mediterranean has been misrepresented by some news outlets as somehow aligned with Israeli threats toward the UK-flagged aid ship Madleen.
MOD confirms British FPV drone procurement figures
Minister of State Maria Eagle confirmed that the British Army has so far procured 450 FPV drones, with an additional 3,000 scheduled for delivery in August 2025.
RAF to supplement refuelling with commercial aircraft
The Royal Air Force is set to deepen its integration with civilian aviation providers, using chartered aircraft to expand its capacity for airlift, troop transport, and even air-to-air refuelling.
Civilian airfields enter British war contingency planning
Recognising Brize Norton as a single point of failure, the review proposes civilian airfields be brought into operational readiness in the event of its disablement.
