Britain to bolster defences of Estonia to deter aggression
Britain will deploy Typhoon jets, Apache and Chinook helicopters, short-range air defence and rocket artillery to Estonia to protect against Russia aggression.
Huge radar installed on new British E-7 Wedgetail
The Multi-role Electronically Scanned Array sensor, developed and manufactured by Northrop Grumman, is housed in a distinctive fin on the spine of the aircraft.
RAF training aircraft declares emergency over Glasgow
A Grob G115 aircraft, used by the Royal Air Force for training, declared "pan-pan" and squawked 7700 over Glasgow this afternoon due to "engine issues" before landing safely.
Britain launches new combat drone project
The new project comes after Project Mosquito and Project Alvina were cancelled and is a follow on to the LANCA programme.
Hercules crew trains for ‘Air Landed Arming and Refuelling’
Training continues to expand the capabilities of crews flying the C-130J Hercules, despite the type now being put up for sale.
First female soldier passes gruelling Parachute Regiment test
There is a set standard that anyone who attempts the course must achieve, and the set standards are rigidly enforced.
Britain spends £1Bn on drone contract to monitor Channel
The UK government has spent more than £1bn on contracts for surveillance technology to spot migrants crossing the English Channel.
British fleet of C-130 Hercules aircraft put up for sale
The Ministry of Defence has placed its entire fleet of C-130 tactical airlifters up for sale ahead of the type being removed from service next year.
British jets deploy to Qatar to protect World Cup
The RAF's 12 Squadron has departed RAF Coningsby to support the Qatar Emiri Air Force with air security operations for the FIFA World Cup.
Chinook helping the Isle of Wight emergency services
Planned by the Isle of Wight’s Emergency Management Team, the exercise was designed to familiarise crews with working around military helicopters.
