Eurofighter ‘natural bridge’ to European FCAS says CEO

Eurofighter CEO, Volker Paltzo, confirmed that an enhanced Eurofighter Typhoon would form a core part of any European future combat air system.

A look at the Sentinel airborne battlefield and ground surveillance aircraft

The Sentinel is an airborne battlefield and ground surveillance aircraft based on the Bombardier Global Express.

UK unveils new next generation fighter jet called Tempest

Tempest is expected to complement the F-35 and eventually replace Typhoon.

BAE moving Compass Call electronic warfare system to modern platforms

BAE Systems is transitioning its advanced Compass Call EW systems to modern aircraft to significantly improve mission effectiveness say the company.

WATCH: F-35, Tornado and Lancaster flypast from inside the Lancaster

The reformed 617 Squadron was celebrated at this year's Royal International Air Tattoo with a flypast of the Lancaster, Tornado and F-35 Lightning aircraft.  

Royal Navy pilot hails ‘unique simulator’ supporting first of class F-35 flight trials

One of the UK's leading F-35 Lightning test pilots has spoken of the importance of a simulator for use in preparation of flight trials on board HMS Queen Elizabeth.

UK receives 20th A400M Atlas transport aircraft

The Royal Air Force has taken delivery of its 20th A400M Atlas transport aircraft.

Britain wants ‘leading role’ in next-generation fighter project – Air Chief Marshal

Britain is looking to maintain a leading role in future combat aircraft projects according to Air Chief Marshal Stephen Hillier.

The speech delivered by the Chief of the Defence Staff at the Air Power...

General Sir Nick Carter delivered the following speech at the Air Power Conference this week.

UK to spend $650 million on 200 AIM-120D AMRAAM missiles

The US State Department has approved a purchase of up to two hundred AIM-120D AMRAAM missiles for an estimated cost of $650 million. 

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