British jets conduct air strikes on Houthi facilities
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s took part in a joint operation with US forces targeting a Houthi military facility in Yemen yesterday.
RAF aircraft retirement dates revealed
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed the projected retirement dates for all Royal Air Force aircraft, offering a long-term view of future fleet transitions as part of the UK’s evolving air power strategy.
Commando drone project to boost Arctic combat power
Through the DroneWorx initiative, the integration of drones is becoming a significant force multiplier within Commando operations — enhancing situational awareness, reach, and agility on the battlefield.
Radakin: Royal Navy growing, RAF steady, Army shrinking
Britain’s Chief of the Defence Staff has acknowledged that the Armed Forces are continuing to shrink by “about two to three hundred” personnel each month, but expressed cautious optimism that the trend is beginning to stabilise.
Australia buying hundreds of AMRAAM missiles in $1bn deal
The United States State Department has approved a Foreign Military Sale to Australia involving hundreds of AIM-120C and AIM-120D 'Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles' (AMRAAMs).
Future training jet options still being assessed
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that multiple options for the future of UK fast jet pilot training remain under active review.
UK steps up counter hypersonic missile efforts
The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving defences against the growing threat of hypersonic missiles, according to a new statement from the Ministry of Defence.
RAF pilots training in Italy as part of international scheme
The use of the International Flight Training School forms part of wider efforts by the RAF to maintain pilot throughput during pressures on the UK’s domestic training pipeline.
Sikorsky and Bristow sign S-92 helicopter fleet support deal
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has signed a major long-term agreement with Bristow Group to provide enhanced support for the world's largest fleet of S-92 helicopters, the companies announced this week.
British fighter jets scrambled to intercept Russian aircraft
Royal Air Force Typhoons deployed in Poland have been scrambled three times in as many days to intercept Russian aircraft operating close to NATO airspace, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
