How AI is already transforming the capabilities of the F-35
The F-35 already uses advanced automation, and is now entering a true AI phase. Capabilities, limitations, missions, and exports to allies: what is changing. In […]
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NGAD slows down, Lockheed pushes F-35+ to capture a share of the budget
The US NGAD program is stumbling over costs. Lockheed is promoting a more affordable F-35+, designed to pilot combat drones and maintain air superiority. In […]
The Rafale F5 takes on a new dimension with its combat drone
France is accelerating the Rafale F5 and its stealth combat drone. Behind the announcement lies an industrial, nuclear, and strategic choice in response to the […]
The 2026 budget reignites the debate: does France want 286 Rafale aircraft?
The 2026 budget mentions 286 Rafale aircraft, compared to 225 today. Is this just a publicity stunt or a real turning point? Production rates, deadlines, […]
The F-22’s “Mickey Mouse ears”: stealth… in visible mode
The F-22 sometimes flies with Luneburg lenses. Why make a stealth aircraft visible, and what this says about civilian radar, security, and secrecy. In summary […]
F-35s recalled to Iran: an imminent strike?
Washington withdraws F-35s from Cold Response in Norway, prioritizing the Middle East. What this means for NATO’s Arctic training. In summary The United States has […]
The United Kingdom joins forces with Europe to accelerate low-cost anti-drone defense
London joins five European partners to rapidly produce cheaper anti-drone defenses, drawing on lessons learned in Ukraine, and fill a capability gap. In summary The […]
Colombia: U-turn on the €3.2 billion Rafale deal
Bogotá suspends the purchase of the Rafale at the last minute and reopens the competition with the F-16 and Gripen. Analysis of the reasons and […]
Germany considers 35 more F-35s while SCAF derails
Berlin discusses a second batch of F-35s for nuclear sharing, while SCAF gets bogged down. Costs, trade-offs, and political turmoil. Summary On February 19, 2026, […]
Su-57: Russian stealth technology put to the radar test
RCS, “0.1 to 1.0 m²” versus “0.0001 m²”: the controversy surrounding the Su-57’s stealth capabilities sheds light on its real value in combat and on […]