Costly Software Blunder Grounds British Military Helicopters for 8 Years
LONDON — A batch of high-tech military helicopters has been out of service for eight years in one of the British military’s costliest procurement blunders. The…
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Two killed in RAF Tornado crash
It is with deep regret that the Ministry of Defence must confirm the deaths of two RAF aircrew from 43 Squadron, RAF Leuchars, in a…
Royal Air Force’s Boeing C-17s Surpass 50,000 Hours of Flight Time
LONG BEACH, Calif., April 30, 2009 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] and the UK Royal Air Force (RAF) today announced that the RAF fleet of six…
First UK Joint Strike Fighters to be purchased
The first of the UK’s next generation of supersonic stealth fast jets, the Joint Strike Fighters, are to be purchased by the MOD, Defence Secretary…
Nimrods requiring safety modifications to temporarily cease flying
As a precautionary measure based on expert technical advice all Nimrods that have not been fitted with replacement fuel seals and engine bay hot air…
Hi-tech needs unveiled for forces of the future
Gadgets and gizmos that could equip our troops of the future have helped to launch the MOD’s new Defence Technology Plan. The Defence Technology Plan…
Saving lives has no borders
Two missing climbers have been taken to hospital in the Republic of Ireland after being found by British mountain rescue teams assisted by a RAF…
RAF aircraft in successful North Sea helicopter rescue
All 18 people aboard a helicopter which ditched in the North Sea are safe following a major multi-agency search and rescue operation involving RAF aircraft,…
UFO reports from 2008 released – Friday 6 February 2009
Nearly 300 reports of possible UFO incidents from 2008 showing the date, time, location and a brief description of each sighting have been published on…
A new finish for RAF painting – Tuesday 13 January 2009
A new chapter in surface finishing of aircraft, ground support equipment and military vehicles has started with the award of a 10-year contract to Serco….
Prince William started his flying training with the Royal Air Force today, 12th January 2009.
He officially transferred from the British Army into the RAF in the rank of Flight Lieutenant. He will begin training at the Defence Helicopter Flying…
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