The Status of the British Fleet
From the formidable Queen Elizabeth-class carriers to the nimble Archer-class patrol boats, this analysis reveals the number of active and inactive vessels across each distinct class. (w/t Britsky @TBrit90)
Only two Irish Naval vessels operational
Only two of the eight vessels in the Irish Naval Service are currently available for patrols, raising concerns about Ireland's maritime security.
F-35 jets join HMS Prince of Wales for trials
Test pilots joined the carrier off the Eastern Seaboard of the U.S. for Developmental Test phase 3 (DT-3).
Norwegian SAR helicopter lands on British aircraft carrier
It is understood that the landing was planned to prove deck currency and discuss future collaborations with the Norwegian Air Operations Centre.
UK ships and aircraft deploying to waters close to Israel
The UK government has announced the deployment of British military assets to the Eastern Mediterranean, aiming to back Israel and bolster regional stability.
Helicopters from HMS Queen Elizabeth launch torpedos
820 Naval Air Squadron have performed the first Training Variant Torpedo (TVT) drop from a Merlin launched from a Queen Elizabeth Class Carrier.
HMS Dauntless strengthens Caribbean disaster readiness
HMS Dauntless is actively assisting British territories in the Caribbean with disaster relief preparations as the height of hurricane season nears.
Griffon Hoverwork introduces British ‘Wyvern’ LCAC design
Griffon Hoverwork has launched its latest class of Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC): The Wyvern.
New British underwater surveillance vessel enters service
RFA Proteus, dedicated to underwater surveillance in areas of UK sovereign interest, has been welcomed into the fleet.
UK continues to seek industry interest for laser weaponry
The MOD has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) regarding its intentions surrounding the development of Directed Energy Weapons (DEW).
