On 16 October, the Turkish Ministry of Defence confirmed the signing of an agreement with the UK Ministry of Defence to purchase twelve Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft.
Two Royal Air Force surveillance aircraft flew a 12-hour mission on Thursday 9 October 2025, patrolling NATO’s eastern flank along the Russian border.
The UK Defence Ministry aims to declare full operational capability (FOC) for its Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter fleet by the end of the year, but ongoing issues of availability, reliability and limited weapon options continue to challenge progress.
After 18 years of operational service, the Royal Air Force’s MQ-9 Reaper Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) has made its final flight.
ST Engineering Antycip has signed a landmark multi-year enterprise agreement with the Royal Air Force to expand access to advanced simulation technologies.
The sortie marks the RAF’s initial operational contribution to Eastern Sentry, a mission reinforcing the United Kingdom’s commitment to NATO and its partners. Vigilance Activities are routine, defensive operations that highlight NATO’s ability to respond swiftly to potential threats and safeguard member nations. Air Marshal Allan Marshall, RAF Air & Space Commander, said: “Russia’s
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The Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) has completed its first ever fighter aircraft deployment to Europe in its 71-year history, with two F-15 fighter jets arriving at RAF Coningsby as part of the “Atlantic Eagles” mission.
British fighter jets will deploy to Poland to take part in NATO’s Eastern Sentry mission in response to recent Russian incursions into allied airspace.
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The Royal Air Force (RAF) has commenced long-range air operations under Operation Hightower, showcasing its ability to project air power globally from the UK Carrier Strike Group.
The Royal Air Force has successfully launched First Person View (FPV) drones from a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, marking a significant step forward in the UK’s airborne capabilities.
The Royal Air Force has confirmed that its first E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, designated WT001, has successfully completed another system validation flight.
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The Royal Air Force has officially opened the new Protector RG Mk1 flight and training facility at RAF Waddington, marking a significant step forward for UK defence capabilities.
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