British F-35B jets to police Nato skies for the first time as they arrive in Iceland
This latest Nato mission will see Royal Air Force pilots from 617 Squadron defending the alliance's airspace in the Arctic region.
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Ukraine Introduction of AI set to revolutionise Ukraine's drone-dominated battlefield
Used by both sides to deadly effect, the drone technology has rapidly advanced during the conflict, with AI the next evolution.
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RAF Mission accomplished: RAF Lossiemouth celebrates completion of £350m upgrade
The upgrade included resurfacing the runway, new accommodation, facilities for the US Navy and much more
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Ukraine Ukraine tests robodog ground drone for use in recon and demining missions
Footage showed the robodog hopping along a dirt track, tracking through the undergrowth and running alongside Ukrainian personnel.
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Navy HMS Queen Elizabeth: All you need to know about the mighty aircraft carrier
The aircraft carrier can be thought of as a base at sea and can carry up to 72 aircraft at maximum capacity.
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Technology Artificial intelligence and how it could change the battlefield of the future
AI is learning human patterns, sharpening up long, repetitive tasks – but how could this change the battlefield?
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Aircraft Could this be the future cockpit of Typhoon jets keeping them relevant as they age?
At this year's RIAT, Forces News took a tour of what Typhoon pilots could be facing in the future.
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Weapons and Kit Laser weapon test-fired from British Army Wolfhound armoured vehicle in UK first
The Raytheon High-Energy Laser Weapon System can used to counteract aerial threats such as drones, similar to the Royal Navy's DragonFire.
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RAF RAF Tempest stealth fighter mock-up offers glimpse into the future of air combat
The aircraft is set to be in service in 2035, with a radar capable of providing 10,000 times more data than current systems.
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Aircraft RAF's Poseidon, Globemaster and Chinook now cleared to use sustainable fuel
Boeing announced guidance at the Royal International Air Tattoo explaining how its military aircraft can now operate on SAF.
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Aircraft Protector: RAF's newest drone fleet continues to grow with trials stepping up the pace
Equipped with advanced equipment and precision strike weapons, Protector will look to provide critical armed surveillance capability.
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Army UK soldiers test body-worn tech capable of thermal detection and drone control
Integrating available tech into wearable tech was the aim of the trial conducted by Dstl and carried out by troops from 2 Royal Anglian.
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Russia Hybrid warfare: Russia accelerates number of grey zone attacks on Nato allies
From cyber attacks to GPS jamming, Russia’s hybrid war against Nato member nations has ramped up since the start of the war in Ukraine.
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Weapons and Kit British Army's Archer arsenal now complete with the arrival of 10 more howitzers
The Archer's maximum range is double that of the AS90 which it replaces
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RAF LTR-25 mobile radar system a regained capability for Royal Air Force
The Royal Air Force radar is a defensive system that can fit inside a transport aircraft and be deployed anywhere it's needed.
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Weapons and Kit The AI-controlled XQ-58A Valkyrie: the perfect wingman for a human fighter pilot
The XQ-58A Valkyrie drone has been developed by Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems and can be flown using AI.