Report blasts E-7 procurement as ‘absolute folly’
In its analysis of the E-7 Wedgetail procurement, the report criticises a decision to reduce the UK’s initial order for five aircraft down to three.
French sailor allegedly assaults Scottish drone operator
The incident occurred after the drone operator flew his drone legally near a French naval ship docked in Edinburgh, leading to a confrontation with sailors resulting in a sailor being charged in connection with the assault.
UK left with ‘extremely limited’ numbers of combat equipment
A report warns that the UK has been left with "an extremely limited reserve of fighting equipment, including warships, modern armoured vehicles or combat aircraft".
Ex-sub commander calls Ireland ‘freeloaders’ over defence
Former nuclear submarine commander Steve Aiken criticised the Republic of Ireland's government, accusing them of "freeloading" on defence matters.
Tri-Nation Pact inked for joint Wedgetail development
The Royal Air Force, Royal Australian Airforce, and the United States Air Force have come together to sign a joint vision statement for the development of the Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft by each of their respective countries.
NATO AWACS supports readiness training
NATO's Airborne Warning and Control (AWACS) aircraft played a pivotal role in providing command and control for Allied air forces in the Baltic Sea region.
British Typhoons strengthen NATO with agile deployment
Royal Air Force Typhoons stationed in Estonia as part of NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission, relocated to Norway to participate in the Tempest Strike and Tower Guardian exercises with Allied air forces on June 26.
BAE Systems unveils FalconWorks aircraft research facility
FalconWorks is presented as an agile research and development centre, aiming to deliver advanced combat air capabilities to the UK and allied nations.
US approves sale of over 1,500 Hellfire missiles to France
The deal involves 1,515 AGM-114R2 Hellfire Missiles and related equipment, with an estimated cost of $203 million.
American ‘Doomsday aircraft’ arrives in the UK
The aircraft, a modified Boeing 747, is a flying control centre in the event of nuclear war or major crisis. The aircraft is supporting the U.S. President as he visits the UK.
