RAF Protector: Extreme testing of new drone completed in US lab
Sixteen Protectors are currently on order for the RAF but before delivery of the first, a series of rigorous tests have been undertaken.
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RAF Arctic assessment: UK troops head to Norway for cold weather training
Personnel from all three services are deploying for the annual Exercise Clockwork.
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News Red Arrows fatal crash 'could have been avoided', coroner rules
The coroner said she was making a report for the prevention of future deaths which would be sent to the Ministry of Defence.
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Women Military chain of command to be removed from dealing with sexual complaints
The Defence Secretary said the military is "implementing bold changes" following a landmark inquiry into women in defence.
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Aircraft F-35 crash: 'Clearly wasn't a problem with the jet'
Former Royal Navy commander Tom Sharpe told Forces News the circumstances in the aftermath indicate a pilot or operator 'error'.
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Aircraft Crashed UK F-35B wreckage found but not yet recovered, MPs told
A UK F-35B crashed shortly after takeoff from HMS Queen Elizabeth earlier this month.
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Op Shader What it's like flying Typhoon fighters on RAF's 'relentless' mission against IS
In an interview with the BFBS Sitrep podcast, former pilot Mike Sutton shares his experiences of flying on Operation Shader.
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Islamic State RAF conduct Reaper drone strike against IS in Syria
The RAF strike, carried out by a Reaper, killed a known terrorist near the city of Ras al Ayn in Northern Syria.
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RAF RAF Chinook and Puma helicopters celebrate 90 years of combined service
A formation flight of specially painted Chinook and Puma helicopters took place to celebrate the milestone.
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RAF Exercise Agile Pirate: RAF Support Force takes part in first collective exercise
Major Support Force were vital this year, providing assistance during Operation pitting in Afghanistan, ensuring personnel got out safely.
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RAF Why chip fat can help RAF overcome 'most significant' hurdle in going green
Air Chief Marshal Sir Mike Wigston said going net-zero is "pretty daunting" but that now is the time for change.
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Veterans Last surviving British Dambuster celebrates 100th birthday
Tributes have poured in for the George 'Johnny' Johnson, who took part in one of the most dangerous air operations of World War Two.
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Scotland RAF's submarine-hunter fleet nearly complete with eighth P-8A Poseidon arrival
The P-8A is the RAF's multi-role maritime patrol aircraft and can be used to identify and track enemy submarines around UK waters.
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Sport RAF Sports Awards: Watch as service's best celebrated
Flight Lieutenant Jonathan Maflin and Senior Aircraftwomen Shona Brownlee were named Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year respectively.
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RAF 'Historic first' as Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall fly to Jordan on RAF Voyager using sustainable fuel
Defence is making a number of changes to improve its sustainability as the UK works to be carbon net-zero by 2050.
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Technology RAF test pilot's world record flight on 100% synthetic fuel
The aircraft took off from Cotswold Airport, using fully synthetic gasoline made from just water, thin air and renewable energy.