United States Air Force Thunderbird pilots fly in Red Arrows

The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, have flown their American counterparts in the back seat of their Hawk jets.

Defence Secretary announces £120m ‘investment in British air power’

Speaking at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), Sir Michael Fallon has announced two contracts worth almost £120 million.

Lockheed Martin announce C-130J-SOF Super Hercules gunship

Lockheed Martin officials introduced the C-130J-SOF, a Super Hercules configured for special operations requirements.

RAF to continue to support French operations in Africa with C-17s

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon announced today that the UK will continue to provide C-17 support to French counter-terrorist operations in Africa for at least the next six months.

RAF opens close combat role to women

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has announced that from September this year, ground close combat roles in the RAF Regiment will be open to women.

UK invests £40m in Typhoon jet Defensive Aids Sub System upgrades

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has announced an investment of £40 million to improve the defence capabilities of Typhoon.

P-8 Poseidon being examined as replacement for Sentinel surveillance aircraft

The UK is examining sensor augmentation of the P-8 Poseidon to make it a suitable replacement for the Sentinel surveillance aircraft.

New P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft squadrons named

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has revealed the identity of the two new P-8 Poseidon squadrons.

Australia seeking to upgrade Super Hornet fleet in $101.4 million deal

The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency has approved a request from Australia for upgrades to its F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft.

Government suggest change to UK F-35 variant order after first 48 F-35Bs

Earl Howe, Minister of State for Defence and Deputy Leader of the House of Lords, has suggested that a change in F-35 variant may be on the cards after the first 48 F-35Bs.

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