DF introduces TPM-4

UNDF have begun limited use of the next generation attack missile, the TPM-4. This missile is 20% smaller than the TPM-3 though has slightly longer range and similar performance due to a new and highly optimised engine architecture. The smaller size will mean that ships with dedicated TPM-4 launchers will be able to carry larger loads. The TPM-4 can also be used with TPM-3 launchers.

The engine of TPM-4 is also said to have a 270 degree vector thrust for enhanced agility though this may be disabled in initial production rounds due to problems with the vector control system. The guidance package has also been enhanced with improved penetration aids.

DF will use the TPM-4 on a limited basis this year with the aim of entering full production and beginning the phase out of TPM-3 next year. The TPM-4 was initially planned to enter service in 2124 but was delayed due to the chaos of the MBO era.

Final Dinomark XT built (maybe)

The final Dinomark XT has been completed, bringing to an end decades of production with over a thousand of the iconic Dino ship built. However, production has ceased twice before though was restarted due to issues with the "replacement" (the Dinomarks NG and LM).

This time the Dinos think the XT has truly come to the end of the line. It is thought that the final Mark 126 is as far as the XT platform can be pushed. Production of the Dinomark LM/2 is ramping up and it will gradually replace the XT as the standard Dino second-line ship.

Hundreds of XTs will remain in service with the Dinos, CIN allies and civilian reserve for the foreseeable future.

Clones to develop new generation of nuclear weapons

Admiral Anderson has ordered the development of a new generation of nuclear warheads for use on CSM, Gale ICBMs and cruise missiles operated by the Clone Defence Forces. It is thought the Clones are fielding at least 5,000 warheads across all arms of the CDF. Anderson also wants the number increased to 8,000.

Anderson said this would be part of the renewal of the Clone Defence Forces, he also hinted that funding would also be provided for upgraded versions of the Gale and CSM.

F-12 has first flight

The next fighter aircraft for the Air Department of UNDF Terrestrial Forces, the F-12 Hammerhead, has successfully completed it's first flight. The F-12 will take over LEO defence duties from the F-10S, being a subsonic launch platform for the TPM-A. The F-12 is designed for high altitude and long endurance flight, able to carry up to three missiles.

DF hope the F-12 can enter service before the end of next year. Fifty are on order.

Two Repulse join the fleet

Two Repulse 51B cruisers have joined the fleet. 51-207 Wilmcote and 51-208 Alvecote have been completed following a lengthy delay due to a shortage of engines.

With these two ships now in service, DF is now able to cover it's deployments with sufficient cover that DF is now beginning to plan for the phasing out of the MBO Nectars. DF hope to complete the withdrawal by 2130.

Windscorpion has returned!

UNDF Commander Torus has shocked the galaxy by revealing that she and Caratore travelled to an alternative universe where the DDS still existed and Windscorpion was still alive! They managed to return to our own universe along with Windy who has now joined UNDF. However, there is one notable difference with this Windscorpion, this one is female!

Windscorpion has accepted a role in UNDF as Protector, as the old Windy did. She is currently getting used to the differences in our universe.