The UK is to build a demonstrator to support the development of its Tempest crewed combat aircraft.

The delivery of the first VC-25B, a converted used Boeing 747-800, was previously expected in 2024.

British and Japanese engineers are advancing work on advanced antenna that could form basis of future Tempest radar.

The announcement comes as NATO has kicked off its study for a Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability.

The RAF's chief of staff is focused on acquiring a new capability that can be more rapidly fielded.

SpaceX CRS-25 autonomously docked to the International Space Station’s U.S. segment Harmony module on July 16, delivering more than 5,800 lbs. of crew supplies, science investigations, technology development projects and station hardware.

Senior Royal Air Force officers say the air arm is now moving forward with procurement of the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning (AEW) aircraft after a series of “distractions” in the program.

Airbus Helicopters has established teaming arrangements with industry partners as it prepares to offer a militarized version of its H175 twin-engine super-medium rotorcraft for the UK’s £1.2 billion ($1.42 billion) New Medium Helicopter requirement.