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Armoured Cavalry Programme: Ajax Update

20 October 2022

Proposing MP
Wetherby and Easingwold
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement provides an update on the Ajax equipment project within the Armoured Cavalry Programme.

Action Requested

The work to resume User Validation Trials following safety improvements has been ongoing since Monday, October 10th. Successful completion will allow progression towards Reliability Growth Trials.

Key Facts

  • Following agreement from the Ajax Safety Panel, User Validation Trials resumed on Monday 10th October.
  • Eight days of trials have already taken place as of the statement date.
  • Successful completion of User Validation Trials will lead to Reliability Growth Trials.
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