US F-35B catches fire in Japan: warning about STOVL engine
A US F-35B caught fire on October 17, 2025, while landing in Iwakuni. This incident highlights the technical challenges of STOVL engines and weighs on […]
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China officially integrates the J-35A, China’s answer to the F-35
The J-35A officially enters service with the PLAAF, its characteristics, strategic and technological implications. Summary October 15, 2025 marks a decisive milestone for Chinese aviation: […]
Modern fighter jets and electronic warfare: the art of the spectrum
Technical analysis: how fighter jets integrate electronic warfare systems to counter emerging threats and enhance their survivability. In summary Modern fighter aircraft are no longer […]
Algeria: $25 billion for the army in 2026, heading towards regional escalation?
2026 defense budget at $25 billion (≈ €23.5 billion), 20.6% of spending. Analysis of the reasons, sustainability, and capabilities targeted in relation to the Sahel […]
Yak-130M: Russian training jet transformed into armed drone hunter
The modernized Yak-130M adds radar, sensors, and self-defense capabilities to transition from advanced training to light combat day/night and in all weather conditions. Summary United […]
Sikorsky Nomad: VTOL drones for operating without runways
The Nomad family from Sikorsky introduces VTOL drones with blown wings, MATRIX autonomy, Group 3/4, for ISR, support, and contested logistics. Summary Sikorsky presents Nomad, […]
What is a fighter jet?
We talk about fighter jets… yet this term does not really correspond to the contemporary definition of a combat aircraft. So what is a fighter […]
Sukhoi T-4 Sotka: the Soviet aircraft that aimed to reach Mach 3
Designed to fly at Mach 3, the Sukhoi T-4 pushed the limits of materials, fuel, and metallurgy with its titanium and stainless steel structure. Summary […]
How much does a fighter jet flight cost today?
Find out the price of a fighter jet flight depending on the model (L-39, Fouga, MiG-29, etc.), the country, the duration, and the technical factors […]
Future Belgian fighter pilots will be trained exclusively on the F-35
Belgium is relying on the F-35 for all of its fighter pilot training, which is now being conducted in the United States at Luke AFB, […]