F-16s v Russian fighter jets: Comparing air power as Ukraine seeks new jets after supply of tanks
Here is a look at what Western fighter jets would bring to the fight and how they compare to Russia's SU-57 stealth fighter.
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Aircraft RAF grounds Hawk T2 training jets after runway engine issue
An RAF spokesperson confirmed flying has been temporarily suspended pending the results of a technical investigation.
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RAF RAF airdrops vital fuel supplies to British Antarctic Survey
The RAF said its range was extended by air-to-air refuelling from a Royal Air Force Voyager.
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Ukraine Incredible footage shows Hind helicopters skimming low over Ukrainian countryside
The video, shared on the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense's Twitter page, shows Mil Mi-34 helicopters flying low over snow-covered fields.
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Space Military veteran Tim Peake takes on ambassadorial role as he retires as astronaut
The former British Army Air Corps officer will take on a full-time ambassadorial role for space.
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USA RAF jets arrive in Nevada for major exercise alongside US and Australia
The exercise provides a chance for participants to develop capabilities against a near peer adversary.
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Aircraft Drone users warned to avoid Red Arrows training base by police
RAF Syerston is being used by the Red Arrows on a temporary basis after the closure of RAF Scampton at the end of last year.
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Estonia British Chinooks land in Estonia to bolster Baltic defence
The helicopters will be integrated into the exercises led by the Nato enhanced Forward Presence multinational battle group.
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Aircraft The tactical role Russia's MiG-31 combat jet is playing against Ukraine
The MiG-31 can reportedly fly higher, faster and farther than the Ukrainian air force's best Sukhoi Su-27 interceptors.
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Russia SU-57: Why Russia is not using its most advanced aircraft over Ukraine
According to the MOD, it is symptomatic of Russia's continued risk-averse approach to employing its air force in the war.
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Aircraft Honour for Red Arrows' Red 6 after bird strike forced emergency landing
Red Arrows Squadron Leader Gregor Ogston was presented with a Green Endorsement – the RAF's Safety Centre's highest accolade.
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RAF New Red Arrows chief: Everything you need to know about Wing Commander Adam Collins
Wg Cdr Collins is a former Tornado pilot and served as Red 10 during the 2008 season.
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Navy New Royal Navy helicopter crews receive their 'wings' in landmark parade
The Royal Navy personnel will head to the frontline after spending the last 40 weeks learning about the Wildcat helicopter.
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Aircraft Red Arrows announce new Officer Commanding
Wg Cdr Adam Collins will now be responsible for both the air and ground teams that help deliver the Red Arrows' world-renowned displays.
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USA See 24 C-17s fill the skies in largest-ever launch from a single US airbase
Joint Base Charleston launched 24 C-17 Globemaster IIIs on an exercise that integrated Air Force, Army, and Marine Corps forces.
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RAF RAF successfully refuels Typhoon and C-130 mid-air using sustainable fuel blend
Increased use of SAF should help to reduce the RAF's reliance on global supply chains and fossil fuels.