DefenseRAF deploys low-cost anti-drone rockets on Typhoon fighters in the Middle EastAPKWS-guided rockets were integrated and tested in less than two months as the UK seeks cheaper ways to counter Shahed-type dronesMay 17, 2026Read more
DefenseUK receives final F-35B fighter from initial 48-aircraft orderFuture procurement plans remain unclear as defense spending roadmap is delayedApril 01, 2026Read more
DefenseRAF deploys Typhoon fighters to Qatar as UK reinforces Middle East presenceMove comes as aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is placed on short-notice readiness amid tensions with Washington over Iran strikesMarch 08, 2026Read more
DefenseRAF F-35B jets shoot down Iranian drones over JordanFirst operational air-to-air engagements for the UK’s stealth fighter occurred during defensive missions from CyprusMarch 04, 2026Read more
DefenseUK approves funding to equip RAF Typhoons with ECRS Mk2 radar£650 million package covers 40 aircraft and supports long-term Typhoon upgrades into the 2040sJanuary 22, 2026Read more
Dubai AirshowSaab, Boeing and BAE Systems sign intent letter for RAF pilot training with T-7A Red HawkCollaboration aims to develop integrated live and synthetic training solutions, supporting UK-based assembly and workforce.November 18, 2025Read more
DefenseUK and Turkey Finalize Eurofighter Typhoon Deal in AnkaraPrime Minister Keir Starmer signed a $10.7 billion deal to supply 20 aircraft to the Turkish Air Force.October 27, 2025Read more
DefenseTürkiye acquires 12 RAF C-130J aircraft that have been decommissioned since 2023Contract includes upgrade and overhaul by Marshall Aerospace before phased deliveryOctober 20, 2025Read more
DefenseRAF retires MQ-9 Reaper after 18 years of operational serviceRemotely piloted aircraft is replaced by the MQ-9B Protector, expanding mission capabilities for the UK forcesOctober 03, 2025Read more
DefenseHelsing unveils CA-1 Europa autonomous combat jet in GermanyUCAV integrates AI autonomy with European aerospace manufacturing, aiming for operational deployment within four yearsSeptember 27, 2025Read more