The Royal Air Force may need to cut force structure to counter budget shortfalls. British Ministry of Defence officials tell Jane’s Defence Weekly that problems stem from funds diverted to air elements supporting operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. Jane’s reports that sources say proposed cuts include two squadrons of Tornado GR4 strike aircraft and delays in delivery of new Eurofighter Typhoons.
The Air Force plans to have its new Integrated Capabilities Command stood up by the end of 2024, Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin said May 2, offering new details of one of the signature reforms announced by the service earlier this year. Allvin said around 500-800 Airmen will…