Purchase of the F-35: is Germany sacrificing the Rafale and the SCAF?
Tornado at the end of its life, NATO nuclear mission, tight schedule: why Berlin opted for the F-35, and what this means for the SCAF. […]
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Italy establishes the first F-35 school outside the US in Trapani-Birgi
Italy is opening the first F-35 school outside the US in Trapani-Birgi. This industrial, strategic, and budgetary decision says a lot about NATO. In summary […]
F-35 too expensive: Switzerland forced to reduce its fighter fleet
The price of the F-35A exceeds the approved budget. Bern wants to buy “as many as possible” for under CHF 6 billion, at the risk […]
The myth of the F-35 “kill switch”: the dependency that really matters
F-35, software dependency, ODIN, and mission data: what can Washington really control, and what room for maneuver remains for buyers? In summary The debate over […]
Is the F-35 really the ideal aircraft for northern countries?
Arctic climate, cold weather start-up, hidden costs: is the F-35 a good choice for northern countries or a very expensive technological gamble? In summary The […]
Lockheed Martin launches a $100 billion plan with 750 HIMARS and 200 F-35s
The American giant announces a $100 billion investment, targeting 750 HIMARS systems and 200 new F-35s. A strategic gamble to dominate the defense market. Summary […]
A giant F-35 deal for Riyadh raises fears of corruption and espionage
The planned sale of 48 F-35s to Saudi Arabia ($142 billion) is reviving fears of corruption and Chinese espionage via the RSAF. Summary A highly […]
Sale of 48 F-35s to Riyadh: a strategic turning point for the Middle East
The Saudi plan to purchase 48 F-35s for $142 billion upsets the regional balance and raises questions about US strategy in the Middle East. Summary […]
London buys nuclear F-35s… without knowing the final price
The United Kingdom wants nuclear F-35As for NATO, but London does not know how much they will cost or when they will be operational. The […]
How long can the F-35 fly without being connected and updated?
The F-35 depends on its global network to operate at full capacity. We examine its limitations without a connection and the challenges of technological sovereignty. […]