Defence spending in Scotland up over previous year

New figures show Ministry of Defence expenditure with industry in Scotland for 2021/22 was £2.01 billion, an increase from the previous year.

RAF use sustainable jet fuel for Typhoon for first time

The Royal Air Force has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting the first air-to-air refuelling mission utilising a blend of sustainable aviation fuel and conventional jet fuel.

Finland visits Britain to learn how RAF defend UK airspace

Representatives from the Finnish Air Force observed the advanced system utilised by the RAF for responding to potential threats in or near United Kingdom airspace.

F-35 jet conducts test flight with TR-3 configuration

TR-3 provides the necessary capability to support advanced Block 4 features, including updated sensor suites, expanded capabilities for long-range precision weapons, enhanced electronic warfare features and increased interoperability with other platforms.

UK and Norway looking for ways to work closer in the air

Both air forces touched on international agreements, methods of sharing intelligence, and reciprocal exchange posts, as a means to enhance understanding and integration.

Airbus joins UK missile defence effort

Airbus Defence and Space has entered into a partnership with the UK Ministry of Defence's Missile Defence Centre.

British Atlas force conducts training in Norway

The training provided on this route is invaluable in preparing Air Mobility Force aircrew for future worldwide operations, say the RAF.

British Paratroopers jump into Japan

Exercise New Year Jump saw the multinational paratroopers train to use Japanese parachutes and practised air assault missions from Japanese Chinook helicopters.

Why is it cheaper to fly to Spain than to Stornoway?

From the cost of fuel to seat costs per mile, ground handling to maintenance, it all ends up in your ticket price.

C-130 aircraft begin drawdown from Middle East operations

The role of the Hercules aircraft in theatre is being transitioned to the A400M Atlas, and both types of aircraft will continue to operate in tandem before the responsibility is fully transferred later this year.

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