UK launches ‘STORM’ to defend country from missiles
The contract, worth potentially up to £250m, will manage research to counter ballistic missiles and advanced weapons, including hypersonics, that could threaten the UK.
Lockheed highlights ‘growing impact’ of F-35s on NATO defence
The presence of F-35s in Europe is expected to grow, say the company, with over 600 F-35s projected to be stationed across the continent by the 2030s.
Boeing delivers first upgraded CH-47F Block II Chinook to U.S. Army
Upgrades allow for an additional 4,000 pounds of maximum gross weight and extend the mission radius for nearly all payloads.
Launch marks milestone for American Mk21A reentry vehicle
This launch marks a milestone in the development of the Mk21A program, overseen by the U.S. Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center.
RAF tankers not assisting Israeli operations, confirms MOD
The Ministry of Defence has clarified the purpose of RAF-operated tanker flights from RAF Akrotiri in response to an unusual Freedom of Information (FOI) request.
Thales expands laser guided rocket production five-fold
The new production capacity aims to strengthen Europe's ammunition capabilities, with the rocket being a NATO-standard 70-mm calibre currently used in Ukraine.
Saab signs for third GlobalEye early warning aircraft
The contract will see the delivery of the aircraft between 2024 and 2029, according to a recent press release.
NATO early warning aircraft monitoring Ukrainian airspace
"Officially, intelligence is only sent to NATO nations, but everyone knows that some of these nations share the information with Ukraine, enabling them to counter incoming attacks."
Black Hawk modernisation sees new T901 turbine engines
The T901 engine is designed to boost the helicopter’s power by 50%, improve fuel efficiency, and extend its operational lifespan well into the 2070s.
Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet upgrades ahead of schedule
Boeing has announced the early completion and delivery of the first two Service Life Modification (SLM) F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets to the U.S. Navy.
