BAE Systems has been awarded a contract to modernise and sustain the AN/ALQ-221 Advanced Defensive System on the U.S. Air Force’s U-2 reconnaissance aircraft.

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New software-led system aims to reduce reliance on costly missiles against drone threats.

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Even where costs appear contained, delays can erode capability, disrupt planning and drive further expense over time.

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Ryanair expansion backed by public funding will grow maintenance capacity and apprenticeships at Scottish airport.

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The United Kingdom is open in principle to expanding the GCAP jet project to additional nations, Defence Secretary John Healey told the UK Defence Journal, as Poland signals interest in joining the effort.

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A Russian Su-30 fighter jet crossed into Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island say Estonian authorities.

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Flight tracking data shows B-1 operations from the UK avoiding mainland Europe on their way to strike Iran.

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Boeing was described as a troubled partner during evidence on delays to the UK Wedgetail airborne early warning programme.

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Report by NAO flags weak data, housing shortages and management gaps as risks to completing £5.7bn programme.

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British F-35s and Typhoons conduct defensive patrols across the Middle East as RAF activity in region reaches highest level in 15 years.

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