Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines. Tony has covered avionics, unmanned vehicles, the supply chain and cyberwarfare.
RIAT will leave its longtime home and move to Boscombe Down in 2027 after this year’s show was canceled due to the presence of USAF bombers at RAF Fairford.
Airbus is considering a more-sophisticated, mission-specific Collaborative Combat Aircraft as it looks to expand its portfolio of uncrewed combat aircraft.