Moray jets intercept Russian bombers not talking to air traffic control
Military jets in the north-east have been scrambled to intercept Russian bombers approaching UK airspace.
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RAF to make shock return to north-east air base six years after it was shut
The air force is poised to make a surprise return to a Moray military base – six years after moving out.
Asbestos warning for personnel who served in Sea King helicopters
Military officials are attempting to track down thousands of armed forces personnel due to concerns they may have been affected by asbestos.
New spy planes will guard the country’s water from ‘increasing’ Russian incursions
The first personnel who will be working with the Poseidon P-8s have already started arriving at RAF Lossiemouth.
American boost for north-east air base to make huge expansion even bigger than expected
The multi-million-pound investment into the north-east’s largest air base is now expected to be even bigger than first expected.
UK Government minister believes growth deal for Moray will ‘strengthen bond’ with military
A UK Government defence minister believes growth deal funding for Moray will strengthen the bond between the region and its military bases.
Orkney health board awarded coveted MOD award
NHS Orkney has received a coveted award from the Ministry of Defence in support of the health board’s long support of the armed forces.
North-east air crews scrambled to intercept Russian bomber
North-east air crews based in Romania have been scrambled to intercept a Russian bomber flying over the Black Sea.
Ministry of Defence to spend £4 million protecting Scottish salaries from tax increases
More than 8,000 military personnel will have their salaries protected from income tax increases in Scotland.
Remote bunkhouse opens at Cape Wrath bombing range
The remotest bunkhouse on mainland Britain has opened - more than 300 feet above the sea and at a bombing range.
MP claims that anti-crash technology being fitted to RAF jets is ‘inadequate’
Fears have been raised that anti-crash systems due to be fitted to fast jets at RAF Lossiemouth are “inadequate”.
North-east destined air crews aim to become experts on new spy plane before it enters service
Air force crews destined for the north-east have been putting the UK’s latest submarine-hunting aircraft through its paces.
North-east air crews make impression on Eastern European counterparts while on defence mission
Air crews from the north-east have forged friendships with comrades in Eastern Europe while on a mission there to defend the region.
Learning kits inspired by RAF sent to Moray schools to inspire next generation of engineers
Education kits to encourage youngsters to consider careers in engineering and the sciences have been handed out in Moray schools.
Moray-based aircrews ‘called to cockpit’ of emergency response jets every few days
Moray-based aircrews are called to the cockpits of their Typhoon fighter jets in “heightened readiness” every few days, it has emerged.
First images released of what RAF’s new fleet of Poseidon aircraft will look like
The first images of what the RAF’s newest fleet of spy planes will look like when they touch down in the north-east of Scotland have been released.
Construction begins on RAF Lossiemouth upgrade as UK response to increasing ‘Russian threat’
The north-east has become “integral to national security” as UK bids to combat the increasing threat posed by an aggressive Russia.
Nimrod veterans will lead next generation of submarine hunters at RAF Lossiemouth
Veterans from the Nimrod fleet at RAF Kinloss will be at the forefront of the next wave of “submarine hunters” in the Atlantic Ocean.
Near misses prompt calls for Highland Tornado crash public inquiry
Near misses in north skies have sparked new calls for a public inquiry into a horror Tornado crash off the Highland coast - and an immediate demand for a collision warning system to be installed on fighter planes some five years after the tragedy.
Defence chiefs ‘committed’ to retaining Kinloss Barracks
Kinloss Barracks and other Scottish military bases are safe from the axe in the next round of Ministry of Defence cutbacks, it has been revealed.
Expansion of RAF Lossiemouth’s simulators will help crews train for more complex sorties
A flight simulator at RAF Lossiemouth has been doubled in size in order to recreate more complex missions.
RAF Lossiemouth revamp moves a step closer
Firms are being scrambled to bid for the £100million contract for the overhaul of a north-east military base.
Royal Air Force says ‘We love Lossie’ ahead of massive expansion at base
Scotland’s most senior RAF officer has revealed that personnel “love” being stationed in Moray, ahead of a massive influx of servicemen to the region.
Military bosses insist forces families will see ‘minimal’ impact from Carillion demise
Military bosses have insisted that Carillion’s downfall will have “minimal” impact on forces military in Moray.
Aladdin gets help from jet planes for Moray pantomime
Aladdin was given a jet powered boost to his magic carpet after an aircraft hangar was transformed into a Moray pantomime venue.
RAF Kinloss man says working with chemicals at base caused cancer
A former airman has claimed that working with dangerous chemicals at RAF Kinloss has caused him to develop cancer.
Moray children inspired to choose engineering and science careers by RAF
Hundreds of Moray school children have sampled what life is like supporting the country’s frontline air defence.
Troops on one-hour notice to aid storm relief
Moray soldiers were on standby last night to assist massive relief efforts in the Caribbean to help communities devastated by Hurricane Irma.
Moray soldiers to be honoured for role in African peacekeeping mission
A medal parade will be held to honour Moray troops returning home from a United Nations mission in Africa.
Afghanistan veteran conquers fear of horses on final day in RAF
Despite serving in Afghanistan and the Middle East during a military career spanning nearly four decades, an RAF veteran has finally conquered his biggest fear on his last day in uniform – riding a horse.
Minion appears below deck on the HMS Queen Elizabeth carrier
A children’s movie character has been welcomed aboard the Royal Navy’s largest warship during her call at a Highland port.