How fighter pilots adapt to enemy air defenses
How fighter pilots adapt their tactics to modern air defenses (S-400, HQ-9B). Training in the US, Russia, China, France, and the UK. Summary Enemy air […]
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The Pentagon downgrades USAFE and NATO AIRCOM to 3-star rank.
Washington reduces the rank of the commander of USAFE-AFA and Allied Air Command from four stars to three stars. A budgetary decision with strategic implications […]
New Zealand doubles its defense spending in response to Chinese ambitions
New Zealand is increasing its spending to 2% of GDP, strengthening its military industry, and forging alliances to counter China’s rise. Summary New Zealand plans […]
Israel experiments with Refaim (Unit 888), which pilots drones, AI, and strikes
Israel is experimenting with Refaim (Unit 888), a connected warfare system combining drones, robotics, and AI (Maven, Gospel) for rapid joint strikes. Summary The IDF […]
Russia increases incursions into Alaska’s ADIZ to test US responsiveness
Russian flights into Alaska’s ADIZ continue in 2025, revealing a test of NORAD’s vigilance and illustrating the strategic tension between Moscow and Washington. Summary In […]
Silicon Valley challenges the US military-industrial complex on defense innovation
Tech players such as Palantir and Anduril are challenging traditional defense giants and calling for a overhaul of the US military industrial base. In summary […]
The French Air Force tests the rapid deployment of its Mirage 2000D aircraft at Metz-Nancy-Lorraine
The French Air and Space Force is validating a rapid deployment system for its Mirage 2000D aircraft at Metz-Nancy-Lorraine, with training linked to BASEX and […]
The Czech Republic opts for 24 F-35s to strengthen its defense
Prague is investing in 24 F-35s to modernize its air fleet and strengthen its role within NATO in the face of threats to Eastern Europe. […]
Why is it more difficult to fly a fighter jet during AI-simulated combat than during actual training?
Why does AI-simulated aerial combat put more pressure on pilots than a conventional training flight? Technical analysis, figures, examples. Summary AI-simulated combat is shaking up […]
South Korea chooses L3Harris’ Global 6500 for its air defense
South Korea has opted for L3Harris’ Global 6500 equipped with EL/W-2085 radar for its AEW&C program, strengthening its air surveillance capabilities. Summary South Korea has […]