The Rafale’s canards: 5 innovations that are changing aerial combat
From vortex to trim drag, how the Rafale’s fly-by-wire canards improve agility, landing and signature. In summary Canards are often reduced to an aerodynamic “gimmick.” […]
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From the F-15EX to the KAAN: why Indonesia is changing sides
Boeing abandons the F-15EX for Jakarta. Indonesia opts for the Turkish KAAN: costs, deadlines, integration, and industrial impacts for Ankara and Seattle. Summary Boeing confirmed […]
Where does Canada stand in its purchase of F-35 Lightning II fighter jets?
Ottawa is reviewing its program for 88 F-35 fighter jets, faced with rising costs, delays, tensions with Washington, and alternatives such as the Saab Gripen. […]
The Rafale’s weaponry: the key to its operational versatility
Air-to-air, ground attack, anti-ship, or nuclear deterrence: a detailed analysis of the Rafale’s weaponry, its performance, uses, and limitations. Summary The Rafale is not only […]
From Mirage to MiG: The incredible epic of civilian fighter jet flight
Discover the history of civilian fighter jet flight: from Tematis’ daring feat to stratospheric records in the MiG-29, a technological and human adventure. The idea […]
France: how the air traffic controllers’ strike is complicating military operations
SNCTA strike notice at the end of January: how the strike is affecting civil-military coordination, air traffic control, and European air traffic flows, without halting […]
Rostec operates “24/7”: Su-34, Su-35, and glide bombs en masse
Rostec claims accelerated production of Su-34 and Su-35 aircraft. Behind the slogan “24/7,” the key weapon remains the guided glide bomb and its effects in […]
The Tejas Mk2 aims for 2026 and challenges the Gripen E in the export market
New Delhi promises a maiden flight for the Tejas Mk2 in 2026. India is positioning it against the Gripen E in terms of performance, cost, […]
Ukraine: what MICA weaponry really changes for the Mirage 2000-5F
Ukrainian Mirage 2000-5Fs now carry the MICA missile. Range, guidance, missions, integration, and strategic advantage against Russian threats. Summary Information confirmed by open sources in […]
Su-57 Felon: why Russian production remains at a standstill
Rare deliveries, engines in transition, components under sanctions: the Su-57 Felon is progressing slowly and undermining Moscow’s industrial and export image. In summary The Su-57 […]