Tougher tests, stronger bodies: the USAF’s fitness shift
The US Air Force is tightening its physical tests in 2026. The goal: more resilient airmen for the Indo-Pacific and extended operations. Summary On January […]
Month: January 2026
France turns the page on the E-3F with two GlobalEye aircraft from 2029
Two Saab GlobalEye aircraft will replace the E-3F Sentry: a choice based on capability and industry, and a full-scale test for the French Kill-web. In […]
SCAF postponed again, Europe risks missing the boat
The SCAF has been postponed again, following a decision by Berlin. Industrial disagreements, rivalry with the GCAP, and the risk of Europe falling behind technologically. […]
Before the Rafale, the Mirage Milan and its visionary whiskers
Long before the Rafale, the Mirage Milan tested retractable canards. A bold aerodynamic innovation, too complex for its time. Summary The Dassault Mirage Milan occupies […]
Understanding SCAF: Much more than just a fighter jet
NGF, Remote Carrier drones, combat cloud: SCAF aims for European air superiority. Technologies, budgets, dependencies, and timelines. In summary SCAF is not “the replacement for […]
Why Washington is offering Israel 50 F-15s for $8.6 billion
Washington launches production of F-15IA for Israel: operational requirements, schedule, financing, and the real industrial gain for Boeing. Summary The Pentagon has awarded Boeing a […]