The NGAD Under Pressure Amid the Rise of CCA Drones
The U.S. Air Force’s 2026 budget reveals a difficult trade-off between the NGAD and CCA drones, which lie at the heart of a new air […]
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Rafale: Dassault Steps Up Production Amid Record Order Book
With 220 Rafale aircraft on its order book, Dassault is ramping up production. We break down exports, the F4.1 standard, and the impact on the […]
The U.S. Air Force is adjusting its fighter fleet in anticipation of the F-47
The U.S. Air Force’s 2026 roadmap confirms a gradual increase in F-35s and a targeted reduction in F-22s to prepare for the arrival of the […]
Epic Fury: The True Military Assessment of the Offensive Against Iran
Launched against Iran on February 28, Operation Epic Fury has resulted in massive strikes and tactical gains. But its strategic outcome remains uncertain. In Summary […]
Canada Enters the F-35 Era with the Arctic in Its Sights
Bases, training, NORAD, the Arctic, budget: Canada is accelerating its transition to the F-35 to strengthen its air defense in the face of tensions in […]
In Sweden, the exodus of pilots is already threatening NATO membership
In Sweden, the fighter pilot crisis has revealed deep-seated discontent over pensions, salaries, and retention at the worst possible strategic moment. In summary The Swedish […]
With 100 J-11BGs, Beijing is accelerating the modernization of its fighter fleet
China is upgrading around 100 J-11Bs to the J-11BG standard with AESA radar and PL-10 missiles. This will enable it to turn the tables on […]
Drones, missiles, fighter jets: the fatal cost equation
A €20,000 drone can force the use of a €2 million missile. Analysis of attrition warfare and the cost-interception ratio in the economics of war. […]
Iran: The Fall of the Air Shield
In June 2025, Israeli and American strikes exposed the limitations of Iran’s air defenses, from the S-300 to the Bavar-373. Technical and strategic analysis. Summary […]
Africa: why armies are now turning to low-cost drones
In the Sahel and beyond, African armies are buying Turkish and Chinese drones. Although cheaper than fighter jets, they are creating a new dependency. In […]