German air force supports NATO special forces
The German Air Force’s contribution to exercise Nordic Response provides air transport, low-level flying and Special Forces airdrop capabilities with an A400M transport aircraft.
British surveillance aircraft patrols Black Sea
A Royal Air Force RC-135 surveillance aircraft was deployed today to monitor Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.
U.S. approves sale of 1,798 missiles of various types to Poland
The United States has finalised the approval for a sale to Poland of 1,798 air-launched missiles across three types.
Britain takes delivery of more new F-35 stealth jets
The arrival of more F-35B jets this weekend means the UK now has 34 of the stealth jets.
Hawk replacement under investigation by RAF
This investigation aims to assess options for aircraft, simulators, and a combined live/virtual training approach.
MoD confirm Hawk T2 jet to leave service in 2040
The Hawk T2 trainer includes modern LCD displays instead of conventional instrumentation and is powered by the Rolls-Royce Adour 951 engine.
E-7 Wedgetail to enter service next year
It has been revealed that Britain's new E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning aircraft will fly this year and enter service next year.
Britain confirms order for more Chinook helicopters
The new version has double the range of a standard Chinook and is capable of air-to-air refuelling, with the ability to carry up to 55 personnel or 10,000 kg of cargo.
Lockheed Martin F-35 jet enters full production
The U.S. Department of Defense has announced that the F-35 has been approved for 'Full Rate Production', with over 900 already having been delivered.
British tankers operate with allied fighters over Scandinavia
Royal Air Force Voyager aircraft have refuelled Swedish Gripen and American F-35 jets taking part in NATO’s biggest exercise in decades.