Dutch and British pilots have completed intensive sorties over Salisbury Plain as they prepare to operate on NATO’s northern flank together next year. Flying from Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton in Somerset, aviators from the UK’s Commando Helicopter Force (CHF) and Royal Netherlands Air Force’s 860 Squadron launched missions that build on four years of training together … [Read more...] about Dutch and British pilots prepare for Arctic flying during UK workout
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Like fathers, like sons – Navy helicopter engineers recreate photos 26 years apart
Spot the difference – 26 years apart. Fleet Air Arm engineers Harvey Lewis and Sam Skelson recreated a treasured family photograph their fathers appeared in a quarter of a century ago. The duo were assigned to frigate HMS Iron Duke to maintain the ship’s Wildcat helicopter while the Plymouth-based warship patrolled UK waters. It was when 24-year-old Harvey from … [Read more...] about Like fathers, like sons – Navy helicopter engineers recreate photos 26 years apart
UK Carrier Strike Group shows strength in combat mission training
HMS Queen Elizabeth and her embarked jets and helicopters have proven their ability to provide the “punch” of the UK Carrier Strike Group during a series of simulated strike missions alongside international partners. The UK flagship has completed the first phase of her autumn deployment with simulated missions in the North Sea and Norwegian Sea. The aircraft carrier was … [Read more...] about UK Carrier Strike Group shows strength in combat mission training
Royal Navy completes largest Arctic defence exercise since the Cold War
More than 3,000 sailors and Royal Marines were deployed deep inside the Arctic Circle – ashore, at sea and in the skies of Norway – to demonstrate the UK’s commitment to safeguarding Europe’s ‘northern flank’ against any aggressor. They joined more than 27,000 personnel, warships, armour, and air power from more than two dozen NATO allies and partners for Cold Response 2022, … [Read more...] about Royal Navy completes largest Arctic defence exercise since the Cold War
Navy task force shows Caribbean how it can help after disaster training in Montserrat
The Royal Navy’s Caribbean task group has shown the people of Montserrat – and islanders across the region – what it can do should disaster strike. A three-day intensive work out for RFA Wave Knight and HMS Medway, their sailors, soldiers and marines, plus helicopter was the first test of their combined response this summer. Working with the Montserrat disaster management … [Read more...] about Navy task force shows Caribbean how it can help after disaster training in Montserrat
Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter unleashes new Martlet missile to protect carriers
Royal Navy helicopter crews have proved their ability to protect the UK’s aircraft carriers with a new missile system. As sailors and marines support the current national fight against COVID-19, the Yeovilton-based Wildcat Maritime Force is focused on ensuring the UK is prepared for future global threats. Blasting from a Wildcat helicopter, the new Martlet missile was … [Read more...] about Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter unleashes new Martlet missile to protect carriers
