In pictures: Nineteen British military vehicle variants set to be scrapped by 2030
Some of the military's most iconic vehicles won't see out the decade, according to the UK's Minister for Defence Procurement.
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Ukraine Limited takeaways for RAF as Russia's air superiority yet to take off two years into Ukraine war
Forces News takes a look at whether there are any lessons the RAF can draw from the conflict.
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Aircraft F-35B Lightning jets land on warship ahead of largest Nato exercise since Cold War
The stealth fighter jets from the joint RAF and Royal Navy 617 'Dambusters' Squadron are based at RAF Marham in Norfolk.
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RAF G'Day from Down Under - RAF personnel welcome Australian counterparts after deployment
Australian personnel stopped off at RAF Lossiemouth and received a warm welcome from their British counterparts.
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Aircraft The historic F-16 - the iconic fighter jet that's still flying and fighting at the age of 50
The F-16 Fighting Falcon, known as the Viper by its crews, took its first flight in 1974 and has been in service around the world ever since ...
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Nato Nato achieves historic milestone with first all-female crew completing mission sortie
The AWACS aircrew completed the sortie in support of Enhanced Vigilance Activities.
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RAF What does a Typhoon display pilot have to wear while in the cockpit?
Forces News met the RAF's 2024 Typhoon display pilot to find out what kit he needs when performing.
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RAF Red Arrows soar into 60th anniversary air show displays with special Diamond Season
The RAF aerobatic team sport exciting new livery on their Hawks - and promise an even more exciting routine as they celebrate six decades.
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!["I'm standing on the backs of giants, really, who are helping me out with the display this year," he added. While the calendar of events is yet to be announced, Flt Lt Turnbull said he's "excited and nervous" to get his display airborne for the public. It's very early days for the display pilot, having only flown his display for 15 hours in the simulator. "I've only flown it once so far but we’re going to be working down the heights but I absolutely loved it. "I loved the G [G-force] and how the manoeuv](/sites/default/files/styles/list_teaser/public/Typhoon%20Display%20Pilot%20Reveal%20Flt%20Lt%20David%20Turnbull%20CREDIT%20BFBS%202024.jpg?itok=_QWKDdMJ)
RAF RAF's new Typhoon display pilot Turbo ready to wow crowds with new manoeuvres
Flt Lt David Turnbull - better known as Turbo - is getting ready to show off the Typhoon's combat manoeuvres at air shows around the world.
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Veterans Second World War RAF pilot takes to the air again in a Spitfire at the age of 102
RAF veteran Jack Hemmings is believed to be the oldest Briton to fly the historic fighter plane, raising money for charity while doing so.
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USA RAF Typhoons go up against US 'enemies' to prepare themselves for warfighting scenarios
Exercise Red Flag involved 3,000 personnel from the UK, US and Australia to help prepare the aircrews for potential real-world operations.
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RAF Two 'insanely loud' RAF Typhoons scramble to escort passenger jet safely into airport
The Typhoons were launched from RAF Coningsby after a Scandinavian Airlines jet lost communications on its way to Manchester Airport.
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Middle East RAF Typhoons drop Paveway IV bombs against Houthi locations in Yemen
But Defence Secretary Grant Shapps says the British and American strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen do not represent an escalation.
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USA Britain calls US a steadfast ally and supports US retaliatory strikes in Iraq and Syria
US forces conducted airstrikes on Friday in Iraq and Syria on more than 85 targets, a move supported by the United Kingdom.
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Aircraft RAF Voyager aircraft's 160mph tyre blow-out captured in dramatic footage
The aircraft was taking part in an American-based aerial combat exercise when the incident took place.
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USA RAF Lakenheath issues warning to people aiming laser pointers at military aircraft
The Suffolk-based US Air Force 58th Fighter Wing reminds the public about the dangers and legal ramifications of lasing low-flying aircraft.