Franco-German differences over the SCAF program
Technical analysis of the SCAF program stalemate between Paris and Berlin, their strategic differences, and the consequences for European aeronautics. The SCAF (Système de Combat […]
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Flight without moving surfaces: fluidic thrust vectoring advances
See how a fighter jet optimizes its aerodynamics with fluidic thrust vectoring, reducing the weight of mechanical controls by 20%. Fluidic control systems replace conventional […]
DEIMOS project: RAF and Skunk Works demonstrate advanced interoperability
Lockheed Martin and the RAF demonstrate F-35 interoperability with a non-US Command and Control system via the DEIMOS project. Lockheed Martin and the British Royal […]
SR-72: the hypersonic aircraft at the heart of American strategy
Analysis of the SR-72, the future American hypersonic aircraft, designed to exceed Mach 6 and revolutionize the dynamics of modern air warfare. The Lockheed Martin […]
The dependence of European fighters on American components
Technical analysis of Gripen, Typhoon and Rafale fighters, and their dependence on American components in European production. The European multi-role fighters Saab Gripen, Typhoon Eurofighter […]
The operational ceiling of fighter jets
Technical study of the operational ceiling of fighter aircraft: Rafale, F-22, Su-27, Mirage 2000, F-35, Su-57, F-15, F-16, J-20. The operational ceiling is an essential […]
Romania strengthens its defense with the acquisition of 32 F-35As
Romania signs for 32 F-35A Lightning II, modernizing its military capabilities at an estimated cost of $7.2 billion. Romania has signed a Letter of Offer […]
F-15 revival in Asia: modernization and strategic expansion
The iconic F-15 fighter is enjoying a revival in Asia, with modernization programs in South Korea and Japan, and growing interest in Indonesia. Introduced 48 […]
Air Force replaces A-10s in Korea with F-16s, F-15s and F-35s
The withdrawal of the A-10 from Korea marks a modernization with the integration of the F-16, F-15EX and F-35A, optimizing air combat capabilities. The US […]
France deploys the Agile Combat Employment concept
In November, the French Air Force tested the Agile Combat Employment concept with Rafales, demonstrating increased flexibility under NATO command. The French Air Force deployed […]