Russia is aligning itself with China to remain a major power
The Sino-Russian patrol on 27 June reveals genuine military cooperation, but also a growing imbalance in Beijing’s favour. In summary The strategic air patrol conducted […]
USAF: escort drones are becoming too expensive to sacrifice
Range, stealth capabilities and sensors are driving up the cost of the USAF’s CCA drones, at the risk of undermining the promise of an affordable […]
The Russian Air Force and the Strain of War: Capabilities, Losses and Operational Future
Russia is making up for some of its aerial losses, but its bombers, early-warning aircraft and maintenance capabilities are weakening after four years of war. […]
Ukraine is preparing for the arrival of 16 Swedish Gripen aircraft from 2027
Sixteen Gripen C/D aircraft could be delivered to Ukraine as early as 2027, ahead of the new Gripen E models. This marks a major industrial […]
China launches mass production of its J-35 stealth fighter
More than 30 J-35s are reported to have already been assembled. This ramp-up provides Beijing with a new asset for its air, naval and industrial […]
Washington revives the E-7 to track down Chinese stealth fighters
Washington is injecting a further $1.55 billion into the E-7 Wedgetail, a flying radar system that is essential for countering the Chinese J-20 and J-35 […]
Ukrainian firm Fire Point moves from drones to the European missile defence shield
Ukrainian manufacturer Fire Point is developing Freyja, a low-cost missile defence system designed in collaboration with Hensoldt to reduce dependence on the Patriot system. In […]
The F-47: The Fighter Tailored for the War in the Pacific
The F-47 is set to replace the F-22 in the face of China. Its range, drones, and budget reveal the new U.S. air strategy. At […]
Six F-35Bs Delivered Without Radar: The Risky Gamble of Block 4
The Marine Corps has received six F-35Bs without the AN/APG-85 radar. This decision highlights the delays in the Block 4 program and temporarily compromises their […]
First F-35A Husarz Jets Arrive in Poland
The arrival of F-35As in Poland strengthens NATO’s eastern flank while exposing the financial and technical strains of the American program. In Summary Poland officially […]