CAATSA: the strategic Achilles heel of Algerian defense
Russian arms purchases, pressure from Congress, and Pentagon calculations: Algeria is walking a tightrope under the threat of CAATSA. Summary Algeria finds itself at the […]
Month: December 2025
Does the F-35 have Russian DNA hidden in its nozzle?
Does the F-35B owe some of its technology to the Soviet Yak-141? A detailed look back at a little-known and often fantasized industrial heritage. Summary […]
Tempest: when the cockpit disappears to connect the pilot to AI
In the GCAP, the Tempest relies on a virtual cockpit, AR, gestures, and biometrics. The promise: less mental load. The risk: too much software dependency. […]
Viggen and CK37: how Sweden digitized the cockpit before anyone else
With the Viggen, Sweden introduced the first onboard computer with integrated circuits. The CK37 changed the pilot-machine relationship forever. In summary In the early 1960s, […]
Arms sales to Taiwan: China raises its voice
US arms sales to Taiwan, China’s diplomatic response, and the promotion of the FH-97A drone. Beijing strengthens its strategic message. Summary On December 19, China […]
The Grumman F6F Hellcat in combat, the weapon that turned the tide in the Pacific
Designed to defeat the Zero, the F6F Hellcat became the decisive aircraft in the Pacific. Development, combat, statistics, and limitations explained. In summary The Grumman […]
Su-34: Moscow adapts its bomber based on lessons learned in Ukraine
Rostec will deliver a seventh batch of Su-34s in 2025. These aircraft incorporate developments based on experience gained in Ukraine, focusing on glide bombs and […]
Lockheed TR-X: the unmanned spy plane that was supposed to turn the page on the U-2
The Lockheed TR-X was supposed to replace the U-2 and complement the Global Hawk. A stealthy, strategic proposal that reveals American choices. In summary The […]
Why the US Air Force is sacrificing the F-22 to fund NGAD
The US Air Force plans to retire some of its F-22s in order to fund the NGAD program. Analysis of costs, industrial challenges, and criticism. […]
The Falcon 6X makes its maiden flight in military SIGINT version
Maiden flight of the militarized Falcon 6X: SIGINT capabilities, air command and key role in modern operations alongside Rafale fighter jets and drones. Summary On […]