UK has so far sent ‘thousands’ of drones to Ukraine

"The UK has delivered thousands of uncrewed aerial systems to Ukraine, including logistics, loitering munitions, long-range attack and reconnaissance types."

RAF personnel run for veteran’s life-changing treatment

This event was organised to raise funds for Corporal Andy Layton, a former Weapons Technician, after he suffered a severe brain haemorrhage. Please give if you can.

Russia ‘almost ceases’ jet use in southern Ukraine after losses

This follows Ukrainian forces shooting down three Russian Su-34 FULLBACK jets.

NATO to buy 1,000 Patriot air defence missiles

Germany, the Netherlands, Romania and Spain will procure up to 1,000 Patriot missiles to strengthen their air defences amid Russia's war against Ukraine.

British surveillance aircraft deploys to monitor Russian forces

A British RC-135 ‘Rivet Joint’, an electronic surveillance aircraft, has conducted a patrol over the Baltic states.

NATO stocking up on short-range air defence missiles

Saab has received an order for RBS 70 Bolide missiles from the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA).

Aircraft refuellers being upgraded to last another 15 years

The 5,000l-capacity Small Capacity Aircraft Refuellers (SCARs), which will supply the bulk of the fuel for helicopters including Chinook, Merlin and Apache have reached Initial Operating Capability (IOC). 

U.S. Navy recovers downed Black Hawk in Mediterranean Sea

Assigned to U.S. Army Special Operations Command, the MH-60 Blackhawk was carrying five special operations aviation Soldiers when it crashed. All Soldiers on board were killed.

Spain orders 16 C295 Maritime Patrol and Surveillance aircraft

The Spanish Ministry of Defence has ordered 16 Airbus C295 aircraft in Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) configuration and Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) configuration.

Britain prepares to strike Houthi following attacks on ships

British jets are reportedly gearing up to launch a series of air strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in the wake of recent attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.

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