Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines. Tony has covered avionics, unmanned vehicles, the supply chain and cyberwarfare.
The importance of combat aircraft within European air arms has increased in light of Russia’s aggressive stance in Ukraine and elsewhere. Over the next decade, the majority of Europe’s air arms will be reequipped or be beginning the process.
Tanker problems are holding up the long-awaited transatlantic deployment of British and U.S. Marine Corps F-35Bs in time for their debut at two major U.K. air shows.
