British surveillance aircraft patrols Baltic to Black Sea

The aircraft took off from the UK before patrolling over the Baltic states and following the Russian border South to the Ukrainian border before landing in Crete on the Mediterranean Sea.

F-16 for Ukraine – Gamechanger or Liability?

As high-level discussions on this topic continue, only time will tell if Ukraine will be donated F-16s.

Russia may be expecting modern ‘Doolittle raid’ on Moscow

When asked about the sightings of anti-air missiles in central Moscow, the potential of a modern-day 'Doolittle raid' on central Moscow was discussed by The OSINT Bunker panel as a tongue-in-cheek reason for Russian paranoia.

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.

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