L-39 flight in Avignon: the ultimate fighter jet experience
From Avignon, enjoy an L-39 Albatros flight featuring aerobatics, views of Provence and a chance to take the controls, under the supervision of professional pilots. […]
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Engineering the Impossible: How does the F-15 (really) fly with just one wing?
In 1983, an Israeli F-15 lost almost its entire right wing. Fuselage lift, speed and CAS explain how it managed to land. In summary In […]
France Is Preparing for the Post-Rafale Era on Its Own, at a Sky-High Cost
Following the failure of the SCAF program, France is developing a national sixth-generation fighter jet. Dassault has the expertise, but the budget remains uncertain. In […]
The Philippine Air Force Remains on Course with Its New FA-50s: A Strategic Asset Amid Regional Tensions
The Philippine Air Force confirms that deliveries of the new FA-50 Block 70 aircraft are proceeding as planned. This article analyzes the acquisition, operational integration, […]
When Dassault Abandoned the Delta Wing with the Mirage F1
The Mirage F1 broke with the delta wing of the Mirage III—a choice imposed by short runways, then validated by testing and operations. Summary The […]
FCAS Sacrificed: The Rafale Becomes France’s Last Gamble
With the Rafale F5 and its combat drone, France aims to stay in the aerial race without waiting for FCAS or copying NGAD. Summary The […]
The Ground Reality Becomes the Starting Point for Future Weapons
The warfighter-driven requirements process aims to accelerate American armament by starting from the field, not from the office. In Summary The warfighter-driven requirements process represents […]
FCAS Halts Over a Franco-German Industrial Fracture
FCAS collapses after years of tension between Paris, Berlin, Dassault, and Airbus. A heavy setback for European defense. In Summary FCAS was supposed to be […]
Can the Gripen Become South America’s Favorite Fighter?
Following Colombia, Saab is targeting Peru with the Gripen E/F. Cost, technology, offsets, and Brazilian production are reshaping the South American market. Summary The Saab […]
F-47: Why CCA Drones Are Becoming the Decisive Factor
The U.S. Air Force is accelerating its CCA drone program to support the F-47, but their cost, range, and stealth capabilities remain risky bets. The […]