Tony Osborne

European Defense Editor

London

Summary

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.

Articles

By Tony Osborne
With the delivery by Leonardo of the 500th Eurofighter to the Italian air force, production of the multinational combat aircraft is entering its twilight years. Work is now underway to further slow production rates in a bid to be ready for potential future customers.

By Tony Osborne
Swedish aerospace and defense company Saab has completed the first flight of its prototype E-model Gripen fighter jet.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Tony Osborne
Airbus negotiating with A400M customers to ease the burden of the program’s financial penalties.
Aircraft & Propulsion