First British P-8 Flies

LONDON—The first Boeing P-8 Poseidon destined for the British Royal Air Force (RAF) has taken to the air for the first time. The aircraft flew on July 12 for a shakedown flight, but still must have its mission systems installed, which will take place over the coming weeks. The UK hopes to take...
Tony Osborne

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.

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