Ramstein Flag 2026: The Full-Scale Test of a Modern NATO War
Ramstein Flag 2026 tests NATO’s air power against a high-intensity conflict, from Finland to Spain. Summary Ramstein Flag 2026 is not just another air exercise. […]
Europe
GCAP steps up a gear: the European fighter jet that SCAF failed to deliver
GCAP has reached a major milestone with Edgewing. Japan, the UK and Italy are making progress where SCAF remains at a standstill. In summary The […]
The SCAF is stalling: can Europe still build its fighter jet?
The SCAF is entering a critical crisis involving Dassault, Airbus, Paris and Berlin. Can the European fighter jet still survive? In summary The Future Combat […]
Eurofighter Typhoon: The European Fighter Jet Being Written Off Too Soon
The Typhoon has surpassed one million flight hours. This major industrial milestone confirms its strengths, but also its limitations when compared to the Rafale and […]
Rafale vs. F-35: the choice that is dividing Europe’s defense
Rafale vs. F-35: orders, dependencies, ITAR, data, and politics. Why Europe is hesitating between strategic autonomy and NATO alignment. In summary The Rafale vs. F-35 […]
Europe’s F-35s: the gamble of 600 fighter jets against Moscow
Behind the announcement of 600 F-35s in Europe, how many will remain in service, at what cost, and with what strategic dependence on Russia? In […]
Trump, Europe, and the trap of transatlantic “trauma bonding”
Purchases of American weapons, trade concessions, technical dependencies: Europe clings to Washington despite Trump’s political and economic pressure. In summary In psychology, “trauma bonding” describes […]
Air forces in Europe: how many aircraft are truly ready for action?
Available aircraft, qualified pilots, maintenance, and budgets: an investigation into the true combat capability of European air forces. In summary The actual availability of European […]
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. […]
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 […]