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.
The Czech Defense Ministry has agreed to a proposed offer from Sweden for the continued lease of Saab Gripen combat aircraft, prior to replacement by the F-35.
The EC has green lighted a planned industry joint venture that will go on to develop the fighter aircraft at the heart of the Global Combat Air Program.
