NGAD on hold: will the US Air Force abandon it?
Between colossal costs, swarms of expendable drones, and budgetary constraints, the NGAD super fighter is under scrutiny. Can the US Air Force still justify it? […]
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Russian aviation bogged down: losses reveal its weaknesses
Russian aviation is suffering massive destruction in Ukraine. Aircraft losses, structural vulnerability, production under pressure: an alarming assessment. Summary Since Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine […]
The F-35 in trouble: modernization stalled and costs skyrocketing
Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lightning II program is being rocked by soaring costs, delays in the TR-3 upgrade, and engine failures. Summary The F-35 program, which […]
Eurofighter sale to Ankara: British green light divides NATO
London approves multi-billion pound Eurofighter sale to Turkey, boosting British defense exports while reigniting strategic debates within NATO. Summary At the end of October 2025, […]
Russia: Su-75 announced to fly in 2026 despite doubts
Su-75 Checkmate stealth fighter, derivative drone, and export: Moscow promises a first flight in 2026 despite the war, sanctions, and a highly competitive market. Summary […]
BAE Systems, Boeing, and Saab are banking on the T-7A for the RAF
BAE Systems, Boeing, and Saab are joining forces to offer the T-7A Red Hawk as the Royal Air Force’s fast-jet trainer, with final assembly and […]
The MiG-29K’s super maneuverability, an extreme advantage in dogfights
Thanks to its aerodynamics and powerful engines, the MiG-29K offers formidable super maneuverability in dogfights, superior to the Super Hornet at low speeds. In summary […]
China upgrades J-20 to early strike capability
The PLAAF is upgrading its J-20 fleet to threaten US installations in the Pacific and shift the air power balance. In summary The Chinese Air […]
In Nevada, an F-22 pilots an MQ-20 drone for the first time
A US F-22 Raptor controlled an MQ-20 Avenger drone over Nevada, a key step towards future Collaborative Combat Aircraft and swarm warfare. Summary On November […]
Ukraine: a letter of intent for 100 Rafale fighter jets
Zelensky and Macron seal a historic agreement for the purchase of around 100 Rafale fighter jets. Amount, deadlines, financing, risks: a complete breakdown of a […]