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.
Sentinel fleet cut by one aircraft but gains reprieve until 2021
Reports had suggested that fleet will go from 5 aircraft to 4 as the RAF are forced to cut one of the aircraft in order to keep the type in service, this has now been confirmed.
F-35As, F-35Bs come together for Exercise Red Flag
This iteration of Red Flag is the first to have both the F-35A and F-35B aircraft.
PICTURES: USAF Thunderbirds take to the skies of the UK in preparation for RIAT...
Images show the US Air Force Thunderbirds fly over several bases and landmarks in preparation for the 2017 Royal International Air Tattoo being held at RAF Fairford.
