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General Atomics has revealed a new fifth member of its Gambit modular drone family that is carrier-capable and that could represent a step forward in a broader naval aviation vision for the United Kingdom and other countries.

New Carrier-Based Version Of The Gambit Family Of Combat Drones Is In The Works New Carrier-Based Version Of The Gambit Family Of Combat Drones Is In The Works

By Joseph Trevithick

Jul 22 9:24 PM EDT

The United Kingdom has announced plans to build up to six new Multi Role Support Ships (MRSS), a new class of amphibious warfare vessels that will join an ambitious shipbuilding program that now includes a total of 28 warships and submarines. The new MRSS vessels will also accommodate drones, a growing area of interest for the U.K. Royal Navy.

Royal Navy To Get Up To Six New Amphibious Warships Royal Navy To Get Up To Six New Amphibious Warships

By Thomas Newdick

May 14 4:51 PM EDT

The UK Ministry of Defense has provided details about how it plans to test its new A21 nuclear warhead without actually detonating one.

How The U.K. Will Test Its New Nuclear Warhead Without Setting One Off How The U.K. Will Test Its New Nuclear Warhead Without Setting One Off

By Joseph Trevithick

Mar 25 5:11 PM EDT

US and allied forces shot down at least 28 drones launched by Iranian-backed Houthi militants in Yemen today.

Red Sea Turkey Shoot: Allied Warships Down Dozens Of Drones Within Hours Red Sea Turkey Shoot: Allied Warships Down Dozens Of Drones Within Hours

By Tyler Rogoway

Mar 9 8:43 PM EST

The Barbados-flagged cargo ship True Confidence has been abandoned in the Gulf of Aden following apparent attack that reportedly left it on fire and with casualties among its crew.

Another Burning Cargo Ship Abandoned After Houthi Missile Attack (Updated) Another Burning Cargo Ship Abandoned After Houthi Missile Attack (Updated)

By Joseph Trevithick

Mar 6 1:38 PM EST

Sea Viper missiles being loaded onto HMS Diamond

British Destroyer Rearming In Gibraltar, Heading Back To Red Sea British Destroyer Rearming In Gibraltar, Heading Back To Red Sea

By Tyler Rogoway

Feb 26 5:53 PM EST

Royal Navy Trident Ballistic Missile Fails Test Launch For Second Time In A Row

Royal Navy Trident Ballistic Missile Fails Test Launch For Second Time In A Row Royal Navy Trident Ballistic Missile Fails Test Launch For Second Time In A Row

By Thomas Newdick

Feb 21 1:02 PM EST

Queen Elizabeth class carrier HMS Prince of Wales departing Portsmouth, February 12, 2024

Royal Navy Carrier Sails For NATO Exercise Amid Readiness Concerns Royal Navy Carrier Sails For NATO Exercise Amid Readiness Concerns

By Oliver Parken

Feb 12 9:38 PM EST

HMS Diamond's kill markings against drone

HMS Diamond Sports Kill Markings As It Pulls Into Gibraltar HMS Diamond Sports Kill Markings As It Pulls Into Gibraltar

By Tyler Rogoway

Feb 11 10:02 PM EST

Concept 2 sub-scale model on display at the World Defense Show

This Is BAE Systems’ Reworked, Stealthier Uncrewed Combat Aircraft Concept This Is BAE Systems’ Reworked, Stealthier Uncrewed Combat Aircraft Concept

By Oliver Parken

Feb 6 10:33 PM EST

Pictured is HMS Westminster 30NM off the British coast.

Royal Navy Forced To Retire Frigates Due To Personnel Shortages: Report Royal Navy Forced To Retire Frigates Due To Personnel Shortages: Report

By Oliver Parken

Jan 6 4:24 PM EST

F-35 Lightning fighter jets have conducted their first night flying trials off the United Kingdom’s largest warship, HMS Queen Elizabeth. The aircraft carrier, which first landed F-35 Lightning jets on board last week, is currently conducting flight testing off the east coast of the United States. Pictures show how the night time trials, which up until now have only been tested in simulators or on the ground, were carried out using state-of-the-art night-vision technology, with the pilots and aircraft handlers successfully guiding the supersonic fighter jets onto the flight deck. Some trials were also carried out without night vision technology to ensure the jets’ capability in any eventuality.

No, The F-35B Does Not Use Afterburner In Vertical Landing Mode No, The F-35B Does Not Use Afterburner In Vertical Landing Mode

By Thomas Newdick

Dec 28 1:31 PM EST

The first Royal Navy warship to be armed with Naval Strike Missiles, the HMS Somerset, has finally emerged with its new weapons.

Naval Strike Missiles Have Arrived Aboard Royal Navy Warships Naval Strike Missiles Have Arrived Aboard Royal Navy Warships

By Joseph Trevithick

Dec 18 2:10 PM EST

Mojave drone landing on HMS Prince of Wales

Mojave Drone’s Carrier Debut Shown In Greater Detail In Video Mojave Drone’s Carrier Debut Shown In Greater Detail In Video

By Joseph Trevithick, Oliver Parken

Dec 12 5:36 PM EST

Royal Navy Activates First F-35B Unit, Big Decisions On Type’s Future Loom

Royal Navy Activates First F-35B Unit, Big Decisions On Type’s Future Loom Royal Navy Activates First F-35B Unit, Big Decisions On Type’s Future Loom

By Thomas Newdick

Dec 8 1:44 PM EST

Mojave Drone lands on aircraft carrier

Mojave Drone Flies From British Aircraft Carrier Mojave Drone Flies From British Aircraft Carrier

By Thomas Newdick

Nov 17 2:38 PM EST