British Army showcase Brimstone armed drone – DSEI23
A drone that fires Brimstone missiles has been shown off at #DSEI23 by the British Army.
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UK boosts funding for SPEAR-EW jammer development – DSEI23
SPEAR-EW shares the same framework as MBDA’s SPEAR miniature cruise missile crafted for the Royal Air Force. #DSEI23
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QinetiQ reveals low-cost ‘disposable’ Jackdaw swarm drone
Jackdaw is characterised as a low-cost, high-performance ‘disposable’ UAS, crafted specifically for swarming operations and collaborative autonomous missions.
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Lockheed Martin pitches Black Hawk for the UK – DSEI23
Lockheed Martin today unveiled its proposal to offer its Sikorsky Black Hawk helicopter as the replacement for the UK’s ageing medium helicopter fleet. #DSEI23
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Defence Committee sounds alarm on E-7 fleet reduction
The Defence Committee’s recommendation is clear: a renewed commitment to a fleet of at least five aircraft.
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UK combat air capability questioned in report
“There are serious questions as to whether the UK’s reduced combat air fleet still provides a sufficient deterrent.”
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MoD urged to explore adding A400M refuelling capability
A point of contention highlighted by a recent report revolves around the Atlas’s underutilised potential.
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Air power cuts leave nation vulnerable, committee warns
A recent House of Commons Committee report has highlighted concerns regarding reductions in the UK’s air power capabilities.
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Rolls-Royce on track for B-52 engine tests by year end
Rolls-Royce is finalising initial testing of the F130 engine for the United States Air Force B-52J Stratofortress by the conclusion of this year.
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Size of planned F-35 fleet criticised as ‘not enough’
Despite the capabilities of F-35, there’s growing criticism regarding poor procurement.
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