Drones over air bases discussed in House of Lords
Recent reports of drones flying over bases in East Anglia have raised significant security concerns, prompting a robust response from the Ministry of Defence and its partners.
RAF Fylingdales operations and maintenance contract
RAF Fylingdales has the unique function of providing missile warning, missile defence, and mission data, and up to 'SECRET' analysis simultaneously to the UK and US.
RAF on alert due to potential Arctic cargo aircraft activity
The aircraft is understood to have behavioural intelligence-gathering capabilities of the type that can sort British citizens into a 'list', determining their behaviour over the last year.
Defence Review to focus heavily on air and missile threats
Maria Eagle MP saiid said that the forthcoming Strategic Defence Review will focus heavily on preparedness against air and missile threats, including low-cost drones and strategic long-range weapons.
US approves $70m Tactical Combat Training System sale to UK
The integration of the training systems will, say the U.S., improve live, virtual, and constructive combat training for the Royal Air Force, boosting interoperability between the U.S. and UK.
MPs warn of ‘urgent gaps’ in British air and missile defence
Luke Akehurst MP warned of what he called the UK’s inadequate ground-based air defences against ballistic missile attacks.
MOD highlights A400M Atlas role in economic growth
The Ministry of Defence has underlined the wide-reaching impact of the A400M Atlas aircraft on national security, skilled defence sector jobs, and the UK economy.
Baroness raises concerns over cuts and industry impact
Baroness Smith of Newnham pressed the Government for clarity on key issues, including the decommissioning of military equipment, procurement plans, and the impact of rising costs on the defence industry, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises.
Skunk Works demo AI-controlled aircraft in real-time
Over Iowa, Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works successfully showcased human oversight of AI-controlled aircraft in a simulated combat scenario.
Minister confirms fast jet pilot training review
Baroness McIntosh of Pickering pressed Defence Minister Lord Coaker on the future of the UK's fast jet fleet and pilot training programme.
