Ukrainian drone attack destroys Russian bomber at air base
Soltsy airbase, home to Russian Tu-22M3 Backfire bombers, has been hit by a drone strike.
RAF Typhoons relocate in surprise dispersal exercise
As part of Exercise Agile Pirate, four Typhoons from XI(F) Squadron at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire received sudden orders to transfer to MOD Boscombe Down in Wiltshire.
UK boosts Ukraine air defence capability with new contracts
Three contracts to deliver air defence equipment to Ukraine worth more than £90m have been signed by the Ministry of Defence on behalf of the International Fund for Ukraine (IFU).
Ukraine war – Drones are changing the conflict
As Kyiv’s counteroffensive to liberate Russian-occupied territories slowly advances in Ukraine’s east, the drone war continues to escalate.
British jets intercept Russian aircraft north of Scotland
The Russian Tu-142 Bear-F and Tu-142 Bear-J maritime patrol aircraft, used for reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare, were monitored by Typhoons in international airspace as they passed north of the UK.
RAF Falcons in debut jump from C-17 Globemaster
Launched from a 99 Squadron C-17 Globemaster, the demonstration primarily aimed to validate the aircraft's capability for such displays.
Remembering Operation Pitting
Memories of a C-17 flight carrying 436 people, thrice its designed capacity, encapsulate the spirit of Operation Pitting - pushing boundaries for humanity.
Labour dossier criticises handling of Afghan evacuation
Many Afghans have been placed in hotels within the UK and Pakistan, prompting questions about the long-term feasibility of such arrangements and the fiscal implications.
Japanese C-2 transport aircraft might be getting missiles
In an effort to enhance its standoff defence capabilities, Japan’s Defense Ministry is evaluating the possibility of outfitting its C-2 transport aircraft with long-range missiles.
F-35B Lightning Crash: Inquiry reveals factors involved
The Ministry of Defence and the Defence Safety Authority have released the findings of the Service Inquiry into the loss of the F-35B Lightning ZM152 (BK-18) of 617 Squadron.
