UK E-7 Wedgetail programme could face further delays
The Ministry of Defence’s E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning programme has been once again assessed as "Red", reflecting continued challenges with schedule, budget and certification, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Japan to deploy F-15s to UK in historic first
Japan will deploy F-15J fighters to Europe and the UK for the first time, marking a major step in defence cooperation between Tokyo and London, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Rules tighten UK drone restrictions around defence sites
A new Geeksvana video explains how the legislation is changing the rules for drone operators near military and defence industrial sites, and why the implications extend well beyond traditional flight restriction zones.
US Air Force flies new combat drone prototype
The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that its Collaborative Combat Aircraft, the YFQ-42A prototype, is conducting flight testing in California.
British Atlas aircraft to get new system to drop boats
IrvinGQ has been awarded a £25m contract to supply an advanced aerial delivery system for the RAF’s Atlas A400M transport aircraft.
Spike NLOS advances in U.S. Army strike missile contest
Lockheed Martin has announced that its Spike Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) missile system has been down selected by the U.S. Army for the Mobile-Long Range Precision Strike Missile (M-LRPSM) competition.
UK explores passive sensor for air defence network
The Ministry of Defence is seeking industry input on a forward area passive sensor for the Land Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) programme.
Britain launches Project ‘NIGHTFALL’ for ballistic missile
The UK has formally revealed its intention to pursue a new ground-launched tactical ballistic missile under Project NIGHTFALL.
U.S. aircraft with advanced radar intercepted over Black Sea
A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft was intercepted by a Russian fighter over the Black Sea today, with footage circulating online showing the aircraft’s AN/APS-154 Advanced Airborne Sensor.
UK to purchase $861m C-17 sustainment package from U.S.
The U.S. State Department has approved a sale to the United Kingdom covering sustainment support for the Royal Air Force’s fleet of C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, with an estimated total value of $861 million.
