The RAF faces Russian lasers, an underestimated vulnerability
Russian lasers, temporary pilot blindness, and gray warfare: the RAF reveals a worrying technical vulnerability to non-kinetic tactics. Summary At the end of 2025, several […]
With NGAD, the US Air Force is preparing for laser warfare
The NGAD program is exploring the integration of lasers and microwave weapons for active defense, made possible by a new generation of power generation. Summary […]
The US Air Force’s 2026 budget cuts the F-35 to focus on NGAD
The US Air Force’s 2026 budget reduces the F-35A and redirects efforts toward NGAD, the F-47, and CCAs, at the cost of decisive industrial choices. […]
Without the A-50, Russian fighter jets are exposed to Western sensors
The loss of the A-50 radar aircraft has left Russian aviation blind. Detection, air combat, and ground-to-air defense capabilities have been severely compromised. Summary The […]
Rafale: when exports leave gaps in the French fleet
To sell the Rafale abroad, France has sold aircraft from its own squadrons. A commercial success with significant operational implications. Summary The export success of […]
With its new engine, does the Su-57 really take on a new dimension?
The Su-57 finally receives its definitive engine. What the Izdeliye 30 really changes in terms of performance and balance compared to Western fighters. In summary […]
The Marine Corps’ last Harrier is preparing to bow out
The US Marine Corps confirms the Harrier’s final retirement in 2026. End of a unique capability and transition to the F-35B. Summary On January 2, […]
Why the F-117, retired since 2008, is still flying in secret
Officially retired, the F-117 is still flying. Why the US Air Force will continue to operate this stealth fighter until 2034. Summary On January 3, […]
An orbital capsule to resupply troops in less than an hour
Arc wants to drop military equipment from orbit in less than an hour. Promise, real uses, physical limitations, and cost. Summary Arc, developed by Inversion […]
American RQ-170 and MQ-9 drones decisive in Maduro’s capture in Venezuela
Operation Absolute Resolve mobilized RQ-170 and MQ-9 stealth drones to surveil and strike, leading to the capture of Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026. This […]