UK Royal Navy: News & Discussions
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So by re designing an Astute class SSN to cross the Arctic Ocean for a submarine essentially required to do duty in the IOR & Western Pacific thereby boosting it's cost , you'd advertise this as cutting edge with the Aussies being none the wiser ( when were they ever ) & more than thrilled at the development , gladly footing the bill .
I can totally see why le Francais are absolutely mad over being ousted in the sub deal . @Optimist
This Aircraft Carrier is like a red headed child born out of wedlock that nobody wanted... thus begins the narration describing the old hag's equally old offspring the Prince of Wales before proceeding to give both the boat & the Royal Navy a royal scrubbing.
But it's not all doom & gloom Paddy , as the narrator describes the downfall of the RN due to what else but budgetary cuts emaciating an already under nourished force to the extent that RN insiders & watchers describe it as a second rate fleet today , an over estimation by any yardstick as the Iranians would tell you with a smirk .
@BMD
Who's wagering what if I predict that by 2030 if not before , the old hag's son is either sold off or retired & the not so Royal Navy will be a 1 trick pony . In justification they'd point out to across the channel to le Francais to make a point about how a 1 AC fleet can do the job !Apparently you need 3 carriers to deal with a weaker Russia.
UK to order third aircraft carrier due to Russian threat
A leaked consultation document suggests that the Royal Navy will now order a third Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier in response to a resurgent Russia, the vessel will be named HMS Princess Dianaukdefencejournal.org.uk
After all let's not forget the no longer Royal Navy nearly cancelled the old hag's son before Cameron intervened to bail it out . And just as Cameron's other great intervention Brexit , this one backfired spectacularly . @BMD
Check the date.Apparently you need 3 carriers to deal with a weaker Russia.
UK to order third aircraft carrier due to Russian threat
A leaked consultation document suggests that the Royal Navy will now order a third Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier in response to a resurgent Russia, the vessel will be named HMS Princess Diana
Royal Navy warship costing £3 billion stripped for parts after mechanical error
A £3 BILLION warship which was only declared fully operation in 2021 is to be partially stripped for parts following a major mechanical failure.
Royal Navy plans carrier trial for Mojave STOL UAS - Naval News
The UK Royal Navy (RN) is planning to flight test the Mojave STOL UAS from aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales later this year.
www.navalnews.com
Composite mast installed on new frigate HMS Cardiff
The composite mast for the second Type 26 Frigate, HMS Cardiff, has been installed.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
Sea Breeze players wrap up Black Sea drill, first series since war
The event, which took place Sept. 11-15, saw the United States, Bulgaria, France, Romania, Turkey, Ukraine and the United Kingdom perform naval drills.
www.defensenews.com
MoD confirm plans for 19 frigates and destroyers
The recent commitment to a 19-ship Royal Navy escort fleet omits mention of the anticipated Type 32 frigates.
ukdefencejournal.org.uk
From a reply to Defence Committee by David Williams PS to MoD
"The current forecast Initial Operating Capability for Sea Venom is the end of this calendar year. Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon is being developed in partnership with France and is currently in the Assessment Phase. A schedule for Initial and Full Operating Capability will be presented for approval by the MOD Investment Approval Committee prior to the Manufacture Phase currently forecast for early 2025. "
"The current forecast Initial Operating Capability for Sea Venom is the end of this calendar year. Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon is being developed in partnership with France and is currently in the Assessment Phase. A schedule for Initial and Full Operating Capability will be presented for approval by the MOD Investment Approval Committee prior to the Manufacture Phase currently forecast for early 2025. "