RAF pilot numbers under scrutiny amid recruitment concerns
The Ministry of Defence has insisted that the number of Royal Air Force fighter pilots is sufficient to meet existing defence requirements, despite ongoing concerns over a shortfall in combat-ready personnel.
UK to review report on military collaboration with Israel
The UK Government has stated that it will review a recent report by the British Palestinian Committee on British military collaboration with Israel, but has not indicated any immediate policy changes in response.
Britain accelerating production of air defence missiles
France, Italy, and the United Kingdom have agreed to expand and accelerate the production of Aster missiles.
How much does it cost to train a Royal Air Force pilot?
The UK government has disclosed the costs associated with training Royal Air Force pilots and the current wait times for training slots.
UK strengthens counter-drone measures amid Russian threat
The UK is reinforcing its defences against potential drone attacks from Russia, with counter-Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS) capabilities forming a key part of national security efforts.
American B-52 bomber to fly low over Norwegian capital city
On Friday, a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress will conduct a low-altitude flyover of Akershus Fortress in Oslo at noon, escorted by Norwegian F-35s.
MOD awards £3.5m for radome maintenance
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £3.5 million contract to Brody Forbes Ltd for technical support and safety assurance of 23 radomes used for Air Traffic Management (ATM) and Air Defence (AD) radars.
F135 engine surpasses one million flight hours
The F135 engine, which powers the F-35 Lightning II, has surpassed one million flight hours, marking a significant milestone in its operational history.
Sikorsky tests ‘Rotor Blown Wing’ drone
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has successfully tested a rotor blown wing drone that can transition between helicopter and airplane flight modes.
UK refuses to comment as US resumes Ukraine intel sharing
The UK government has refused to comment on whether the United States' recent pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine affected British intelligence operations, including the use of RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft.
