Colton Jones

Colton Jones serves as Deputy Editor of Defence Blog, with a specialization in the U.S. defense industrial base. A former member of the United States Air Force, Colton brings firsthand military experience to his analysis of procurement, defense manufacturing, and Pentagon policy. He is one of the blog’s lead writers and most respected defense experts.
Aviation

B-52 bombers make rare Alaska appearance

Two B-52 Stratofortresses from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, recently participated in the Arctic Defender exercise at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Captain David Mills and Captain Shinryu Aoyama from Minot’s 69th Bomb Squadron provided insights into their...
Aviation

US B-52 bombers arrive in Romania for NATO mission

Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bomber aircraft, assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, landed at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base on Sunday, July 21, for Bomber Task Force (BTF) 24-4. The deployment...
Army

UK successfully tests Raytheon’s laser gun

Raytheon UK, in collaboration with the Defense Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), has successfully tested the High-Energy Laser Weapon System (HELWS) integrated onto a British Army Wolfhound armored vehicle. This test, conducted...
Army

MBDA debuts new VSHORAD system at Farnborough Airshow

MBDA, a leading European defense manufacturer, is showcasing its latest Man Portable Air Defence System (MANPADS), the VSHORAD (Very Short Range Air Defence) solution, for the first time at the Farnborough International Airshow. This advanced system is being...
Missiles & Bombs

UK and MBDA extend partnership for advanced weapon systems

The United Kingdom Ministry of Defense (MOD) and MBDA have announced the renewal of their partnership for complex weapons, extending their collaboration for another decade. The new Portfolio Management Agreement, known as PMA2, is valued at a minimum...
Aviation

Iconic Flying Tigers’ A-10 returns to the skies

The distinctive shark teeth markings on the military aircraft of the 23d Wing are more than just an aesthetic choice. These markings serve as a crucial aspect of operational effectiveness, projecting power and intimidating adversaries while instilling...
Aviation

Lockheed Martin begins deliveries of TR-3 configured F-35s

Lockheed Martin has commenced the delivery of F-35 fighter jets equipped with the latest Technology Refresh 3 (TR-3) configuration. The first of these upgraded aircraft arrived at Dannelly Field in Alabama on July 19, 2024. The TR-3 upgrade brings...
Aviation

US Air Force tests ‘Super Squadron’ concept in South Korea

The U.S. 7th Air Force has announced the temporary assignment of 31 F-16 fighter jets to Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea. The Air Force said in a release that this initiative, set to last for a...
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