The next 18 months of Royal Air Force procurement
Recently, the Royal Air Force (RAF) released an extensive list of potential procurement activities for the upcoming 18 months, all carrying considerable value.
Wildcat helicopters open fire in Scotland
Soldiers from 1 Regiment Army Air Corps (1 AAC) recently concluded a comprehensive weapon system training exercise in North-East Scotland, reinforcing the operational capabilities of the Wildcat AH1 helicopter.
American bombers arrive in Britain
American B-1B Lancers recently landed at RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom.
British Typhoon jets unleash fury on terrorists in Iraq
Typhoon jets dropped seven Paveway IV guided bombs as part of what the Royal Air Force have called "successful precision strikes".
Key strategic lessons from Ukraine for British air power
Dave Doogan MP contrasted the unchallenged exercise of air power in recent decades with the ongoing situation in Ukraine.
Defence tight-lipped over aircraft reduction reversal
During the Defence Committee's oral evidence session on Aviation Procurement on 17th May 2023, questions were raised regarding significant aircraft number reductions and medium-lift helicopter procurement.
British jets train with American F-22s over Baltic
Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets from the IX (B) Squadron recently took part in a series of exercises alongside US Air Force F-22 Raptors over the Baltic skies of Estonia.
UK F-35 future procurement discussed at Defence Committee
The Defence Committee oral evidence session shed light on the delivery status of F-35 fighter jets, the planned number of acquisitions, and the ongoing considerations for future procurement.
Puma helicopter service life could be extended
"It could be extended still further out to 2027, 2028—that kind of timeframe—but that decision has not been taken yet."
UK eyes ‘Large Boat Aerial Delivery’ system
The A400M aircraft fleet would be the potential beneficiary of this intended procurement.
