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.
LONDON — The Netherlands is to become the fourth European country to purchase the General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. The Hague announced plans on Nov. 21 to introduce four MQ-9 Reapers and an unknown number of ground stations into full operational service by 2017, not only for use on deployed operations but also to support civil authorities in disaster relief and counter-narcotics operations. The ministry estimates the deal will cost €100-250 million.
