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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SCAF on the Brink of Collapse: France Confronts its Limits
The SCAF (FCAS) program is at risk of derailment amid tensions between Dassault and Airbus. Behind the crisis, France defends its sovereignty but risks European […]
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 […]
High-intensity warfare: does France have enough aircraft?
The French fighter fleet is undersized. Parliamentary reports, available aircraft, budget shortfalls, and risks in the event of a major war. Summary For several years, […]
Garuda 25 exercise: Indian Su-30MKIs fly alongside French Rafales
During the bilateral Garuda 25 exercise, Indian Su-30MKIs and French Rafales flew in mixed formation, strengthening interoperability between the two air powers. Summary The 2025 […]
Is France lagging behind in military drones and AI
Has France fallen behind in military drones and embedded AI? A statistical analysis of programs, budgets, manufacturers, successes, and dead ends. In summary France has […]
France – Deliveries in 2025: 13 Rafale aircraft to strengthen the Air Force
France plans to acquire 13 new Rafale aircraft for the Air and Space Force in 2025, completing the 4T2 tranche and consolidating its strategic air […]
Ukraine receives the French-designed OSKAR MV-25 kamikaze drone
The Ukrainian army is testing the OSKAR MV-25 kamikaze drone delivered by France, a lightweight, modular system designed to strike infantry and light vehicles. The […]
France steps up its response to armed and autonomous drones
France is strengthening its strategy against armed drones thanks to lessons learned from international events and technological innovations. The threats posed by armed and autonomous […]
France steps up military support for Ukraine
France backs Ukraine against Russia, promising Mirage 2000, troop training and support for a “victory” plan. France has renewed its military support for Ukraine, stepping […]