French fighter jets: a school of sustainable engineering
From Morane to Rafale, French industry has built a coherent, exportable fighter jet sector focused on multi-role capabilities. In summary The history of French fighter […]
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When France sells its used Rafale jets: a winning diplomatic gamble
Express sales, aircraft taken from stock, production under pressure: how Paris is turning used Rafale jets into an immediate diplomatic tool. In summary The sale […]
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 […]
SCAF: the €100 billion Franco-German divorce
France and Germany are at loggerheads over leadership of the future fighter jet program. German industry accuses Dassault of monopolizing the €100 billion European project. […]
How an algorithm can save a fighter fleet hundreds of hours
Innovative mathematical model for planning engine usage in a fighter fleet via stochastic optimization, reducing wear and tear and increasing flight hours. Summary Fighter aircraft […]
The illusion of Top Gun versus the rigors of modern fighter piloting
A deep dive into the daily lives of Rafale and F-35 pilots, far from the glamour of Hollywood and cinematic clichés. In summary The image […]
Algeria flies the Su-57E: a strategic leap in the Maghreb
Images show a Su-57E flying over Algeria. What is the value of Russian exports, how much do they cost, and what does this change for […]
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 […]
The problem of the UK’s refusal to share technology on the GCAP fighter jet
Italy accuses London of blocking technology sharing on the 6th generation GCAP fighter jet, threatening industrial cooperation, defense budgets, and export competitiveness. Summary Italian Defense […]
The US Air Force is looking for contractors to train foreign pilots
Demand is skyrocketing: the US Air Force is looking for contractors to train foreign pilots. Behind the sale of fighter jets lies a real bottleneck. […]