The UK has moved a step closer to training the first student pilots using its BAE Systems-built Hawk T2 fleet, while the company is also poised to strengthen its bid to sell a further development of ...

The UK Royal Air Force will begin training its first students on the BAE Systems Hawk T2 on 2 April. The first training course using the new type will include four RAF pilots who have already gained ...

Defence minister Maria Eagle confirmed to Parliament that a competition will be opened to replace the venerable British-designed training jet, also used by the Red Arrows display team. The ...

Seen on the flightline at RAF Valley in Wales, the Hawk T2 is due to be retired from UK service in 2024. (Janes/Gareth Jennings) The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is weighing how to deliver pilot ...