UK sets out position on unidentified aerial phenomenon

The Government has made it clear that there are no plans to form a dedicated team to investigate alleged sightings.

Chinook retirement ‘will not impact’ air assault operations

The MOD assured that the phased retirement of 14 older aircraft will not impact the delivery of defence outputs or air assault operations, as it coincides with the introduction of advanced Chinook H-47ER helicopters starting in 2027.

Experts caution NATO gap in ‘all-domain awareness’ in Arctic

At a recent CEPA briefing on the launch of a new report, experts explored critical gaps in NATO's Arctic capabilities and discussed opportunities for Western and Northern European nations to enhance regional security.

Meteor missiles being integrated with South Korea’s KF-21

The Meteor missile, renowned for its unique ramjet propulsion system, offers unparalleled range and performance.

Excalibur aircraft completes key phase in combat air testing

Excalibur is expected to play a critical role in underpinning the development of next-generation combat air capabilities, including advanced sensors and communications systems.

Concerns raised over UK’s New Medium Helicopter timeline

The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed its commitment to the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) programme, clarifying that its progress will not be impacted by the UK’s broader defence spending plans.

Leonardo to supply protection system for VIP Airbus A330

A government customer has selected Leonardo’s Miysis 'Directed Infrared Countermeasure' and 'MAIR' threat warning system to protect a VIP-configured Airbus A330 aircraft.

Defence spending should go beyond 2.5% argues MP

Graeme Downie, Labour MP for Dunfermline and Dollar, argues that the UK government’s 2.5% GDP defence spending target should be a baseline rather than a cap.

U.S. launches mass airstrikes against targets in Syria

Multiple U.S. Air Force assets, including B-52 bombers, F-15 fighter jets, and A-10 attack aircraft, hit 75 Islamic State targets in Syria in a massive round of strikes.

UK air power forms ‘credible deterrent’ with NATO forces

RAF assets such as the RC-135 Rivet Joint aircraft enhanced situational awareness during the exercise by gathering electronic intelligence, while a Voyager tanker from RAF Brize Norton provided mid-air refuelling.

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