The longevity of the MiG-21: A Cold War warrior that still lives on

The Soviet made Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 fast attack jet and ground bomber has been highly exported.

Shadow surveillance fleet to be upgraded by Raytheon

The Royal Air Force Shadow intelligence aircraft fleet is to receive a major upgrade.

Coalition strikes against Islamic State continue in Syria and Iraq

Coalition military forces continue to attack Islamic State, conducting multiple strikes over the last few days, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported.

Defence Secretary announces ‘mini drones’ to investigate future chemical or bio-hazards

Pocket-sized drones are set to investigate future chemical or bio-hazards, after Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon announced the winners of an innovation challenge.

Red Arrows return home from tour

After 8,000 miles travelled, jets from the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team the Red Arrows have returned home from an overseas tour.

Mirach and Firejet aerial targets fly together for first time during Formidable Shield

QinetiQ has flown Mirach and Firejet aerial targets together for the first time during a live exercise from the Hebrides in Scotland.

Tornado and Typhoon jets hit multiple Islamic State positions in Iraq

Tornado and Typhoon jets hit four Islamic State positions south of Kirkuk, and a headquarters near Tikrit, according to officials.

Will the F-35 feature laser weapons in the future?

Lockheed Martin is considering laser weapon concepts for use by the F-35 and other aircraft.

British combat aircraft fly 8,000 sorties against Islamic State

Royal Air Force strikes have hit Islamic State 1,340 times in Iraq and 262 times in Syria since 2014, say officials.

Thales SMART-L radar tracks ballistic missiles at 1,500km ‘without difficulties’

A derivative of SMART-L, S1850M, is operational on the Royal Navy's Type 45 Destroyers and new British Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.

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