Air superiority of the future: AI, drones, and pilots
Current AI, drone, and sensor programs are reinventing aerial combat. Looking ahead to 2100: distributed architectures, autonomous swarms, and a new role for pilots. In […]
Month: September 2025
Taiwan is interested in the Rafale to replace its Mirage 2000s
Taiwan is reportedly considering acquiring Rafale aircraft to replace its Mirage 2000s, a move revealed by Dassault Aviation with military and geopolitical implications. Summary Taiwan’s […]
AI and drones: the technological breakthrough that is redefining warfare and the market
Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the drone sector compared to traditional autonomous systems, and which companies are leading this revolution. In summary The military […]
The impact of extreme weather conditions on fighter jet operations
From deserts to the Arctic: heat, cold, wind, icing, sand, and logistics. How to design, operate, and maintain a fighter jet in extreme weather conditions. […]
The true availability rate of the F-35 and the legacy of ALIS
Actual availability of the F-35, time-on-target, and support costs. What changes do ALIS and ODIN bring? Figures, bottlenecks, and avenues for recovery. In summary The […]
The integration of CCAs will transform the profession of fighter pilot
CCA drones are profoundly changing the doctrine, missions, and skills expected of fighter pilots. Analysis of the human and technological challenges. In summary The arrival […]
General Atomics successfully completes first flight of YFQ-42A, a milestone for the CCA
General Atomics flies its YFQ-42A prototype from the CCA program. Heading towards manned-unmanned teaming and NGAD superiority, facing Anduril. Summary General Atomics conducted the first […]
Why Dassault cannot build the 6th generation fighter jet on its own
Financial, technological, and export constraints make a 100% Dassault 6th generation aircraft illusory, despite the ambition. Key figures and partnerships. In summary Éric Trappier’s statement […]
Raytheon validates Paveway IV on British Typhoon
Raytheon UK completes testing of Paveway IV bomb on Eurofighter Typhoon, enhancing precision strike capability for RAF and NATO. Summary Raytheon UK has successfully completed […]
Northrop Grumman prepares its AI test aircraft for autumn
This autumn, Northrop Grumman will test an aircraft equipped with Prism software, a test bed for plug-and-play AI modules for multi-domain missions. Summary Northrop Grumman […]