Rolls Royce Powers US Navy First Unmanned Flight
Rolls-Royce has powered the first flight of the U.S. Navy MQ-25A Stingray, marking a pivotal program milestone that moves the unmanned platform closer to a Milestone C decision and aircraft carrier integration testing. A single AE 3007N engine, part of the proven and reliable Rolls-Royce AE engine family, powers the Stingray, whose refuelling capabilities will […]
Pilots Set to Benefit from Mixed Reality Training
Future RAF fast jet pilots will train using state-of-the-art mixed reality technology, improving how quickly and effectively they are prepared for operational flying. The new system upgrades 11 training devices used by student pilots flying the Hawk T2 and Texan aircraft at RAF Valley. Trainee pilots can now practise circuits, formation flying and low-level navigation […]
RAF’s Game-Changing Platform Hits Key Milestones
The RAF continues to lead uncrewed air systems innovation with StormShroud, the first of a new family of Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACP). A drone system that can blind enemy radars and disrupt integrated air defence systems, StormShroud will enhance the survivability and lethality of capabilities like Typhoon and F-35B Lightning. From its introduction to operational […]
BFBS to Deliver Ents On-Demand Home & Abroad
Members of the UK Armed Forces will soon have expanded access to media and entertainment, from top-flight sports like football and rugby to podcasts, gaming and the latest defence news, wherever they’re stationed around the globe. Members of the Armed Forces will soon have expanded access to media and entertainment, from top-flight sports like football […]
Armed Forces Minister: MOD Engaging Telecoms Industry on Subsea Cable Protection
Armed Forces Minister Al Carns MP has formally confirmed the extent of Ministry of Defence engagement with the United Kingdom telecoms industry on protecting undersea telecommunications infrastructure. In a written answer published by Hansard on 22 April 2026, Carns responded to a question from Ben Obese-Jecty MP, Member of Parliament for Huntingdon, on discussions with […]