Day: August 7, 2019

RAF pilots will get to face some ‘Gladiator’ training as the MOD recently announced a new cutting–edge simulation capability that will enable up to three pilots to be immersed in the same virtual environment.  In May, Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets based at Ämari Air Base in Estonia were launched to intercept Russian aircraft – the fourth Quick Reaction Alert […]

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The Red Arrows North American Tour has officially begun as jets have left their RAF base for a 2,658 nautical-mile journey across the Atlantic.

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The Field Army will reorganise parts of its command structure to meet new capabilities and tackle issues.

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The Royal Navy polar research ship HMS Protector is preparing for a new mission after a mapping expedition.

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Raytheon’s Missile Systems business has signed a new strategic supplier agreement with Ducommun. The new deal gives Ducommun the ability to engage in more opportunities on virtually every program within the Raytheon’s Missile Systems’ portfolio. Raytheon Missile Systems spends approximately $4 billion annually with suppliers around the globe.  Ducommun currently provides RMS with electronics, circuit […]

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