Ex-sub commander calls Ireland ‘freeloaders’ over defence
Former nuclear submarine commander Steve Aiken criticised the Republic of Ireland's government, accusing them of "freeloading" on defence matters.
Tri-Nation Pact inked for joint Wedgetail development
The Royal Air Force, Royal Australian Airforce, and the United States Air Force have come together to sign a joint vision statement for the development of the Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft by each of their respective countries.
NATO AWACS supports readiness training
NATO's Airborne Warning and Control (AWACS) aircraft played a pivotal role in providing command and control for Allied air forces in the Baltic Sea region.
British Typhoons strengthen NATO with agile deployment
Royal Air Force Typhoons stationed in Estonia as part of NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission, relocated to Norway to participate in the Tempest Strike and Tower Guardian exercises with Allied air forces on June 26.
BAE Systems unveils FalconWorks aircraft research facility
FalconWorks is presented as an agile research and development centre, aiming to deliver advanced combat air capabilities to the UK and allied nations.
US approves sale of over 1,500 Hellfire missiles to France
The deal involves 1,515 AGM-114R2 Hellfire Missiles and related equipment, with an estimated cost of $203 million.
American ‘Doomsday aircraft’ arrives in the UK
The aircraft, a modified Boeing 747, is a flying control centre in the event of nuclear war or major crisis. The aircraft is supporting the U.S. President as he visits the UK.
British fighter jets to get radar upgrade
RAF Typhoon fighter jets are set for a significant upgrade as a result of an £870 million contract awarded to BAE Systems and Leonardo UK.
UK launching £1bn framework to boost hypersonic strike capability
"The primary aim of the framework will be to accelerate development of the United Kingdom's Hypersonic Strike Capability."
British A400M undertakes types longest flight
A Royal Air Force A400M Atlas transport aircraft has set two new records for the aircraft type en route to Guam to participate in the US-led Exercise Mobility Guardian 2023.
