RAF begin crew training for new armed drone
The Royal Air Force has initiated aircrew training for the new Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) in the United States.
Typhoon jet suffers technical issue and returns to base
Last night, a Typhoon jet faced a technical issue that caused the pilot to 'Squawk 7700', leading to a precautionary recovery and safe landing at its base.
UK confirms plans to purchase APKWS-II rockets for Apache
The Ministry of Defence is in advanced discussions with the US Government to procure the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) II laser-guided rockets for the British Army Air Corps' AH-64E Apache fleet.
MBDA in successful MAADS and CAMM-ER Test
The test involved a target drone simulating an attack on the launcher, validating the defence capabilities and performance of both the missile and the entire system in an integrated mode.
A robust partnership – UK and US defence and intelligence
The UK reaps the rewards of US resources and economies of scale, while the US gains from British niche capabilities, global reach, and commitment to defending shared values.
US General raises concerns over reduced Wedgetail purchase
The procurement, which has been cut from five to three airframes, has sparked debate over the operational efficacy and value for money of the decision.
Scotland to host huge NATO missile defence exercise
NATO allies have gathered at RAF Lossiemouth to take part in the biannual Formidable Shield exercise, which aims to improve joint live-fire, integrated air and missile defence interoperability.
UK airlift capability at risk according to former RAF pilot
The UK's decision to retire the C-130 Hercules aircraft has sparked concerns among experts.
UK forced to pay for five radars despite cutting Wedgetail order
The UK must pay for all five MESA radars despite reducing the order of E-7 Wedgetail aircraft to three.
British Reaper drone assists Sudan evacuation
The MQ-9 Reaper has been instrumental in supplying real-time imagery of evacuation areas in the country, aiding the teams from the British Armed Forces and the Border Force stationed in Port Sudan.
