16 June 2025
flying a fighter jet
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Flying in a fighter jet: 5 unusual facts you never imagined

Vomiting, loss of consciousness, no toilets… Here are 5 little-known but true facts about flying in a fighter jet. Flying in a fighter jet is the stuff of dreams, but behind the speed and power lie little-known physical and logistical realities. Between losing consciousness due to G-forces, a total lack of comfort […]
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16 June 2025
Range of a Rafale with heavy air-to-ground load without refueling
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Range of a Rafale with heavy air-to-ground load without refueling

How far can a Dassault Rafale fly on an air-to-ground mission with maximum load without refueling? Quantitative and technical analysis. The range limitations of the Rafale on air-to-ground missions The actual range of a Dassault Rafale in heavy air-to-ground configuration without in-flight refueling remains a poorly documented subject in the public sphere, […]
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12 June 2025
Published by admin at 12 June 2025
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Technical comparison of fifth-generation fighter jets

Detailed analysis of the F-35, Su-57, and J-20: technologies, performance, doctrines, and industrial realities of fifth-generation fighter jets. Industrial and strategic rivalry between major powers Since the 2000s, 5th generation fighter jets have been central to the quest for air superiority in American, Russian, and Chinese military doctrine. Three models are operational […]
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26 May 2025
The real cost of owning a fifth-generation fighter jet
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The real cost of owning a fifth-generation fighter jet

Detailed analysis of the total cost of a fifth-generation fighter jet: acquisition, maintenance, training, ammunition, and MCO. Acquiring a fifth-generation fighter jet is much more than just a purchase. Beyond the initial purchase price, the total cost of ownership includes considerable expenses related to pilot training, maintenance, ammunition, and operational maintenance (MCO). […]
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26 May 2025
The design of the Mirage 2000
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The design of the Mirage 2000

Technical analysis of the Mirage 2000: delta wing design, avionics, performance, and armament of an iconic French fighter jet. The Mirage 2000, designed by Dassault Aviation, is a single-engine delta wing fighter jet that entered service in 1984. It was developed to meet the needs of French air defense and has undergone […]
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20 May 2025
SR-71
Published by admin at 20 May 2025
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Why the SR-71 Blackbird was designed this way

The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird was designed to reach Mach 3 at high altitudes. Detailed analysis of the technical reasons behind its unique architecture. The Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird is one of the most advanced aircraft ever designed for strategic reconnaissance missions. Developed in the 1960s by Lockheed Skunk Works teams under the direction […]
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20 May 2025
The F-16, a pillar of air forces around the world
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The F-16, a pillar of air forces around the world

The F-16 Fighting Falcon remains a strategic fighter jet for more than 25 armies, combining versatility, reliability, and low operating costs. Since its first flight in 1974, the F-16 Fighting Falcon has established itself as a central component of many air forces. Originally designed by General Dynamics to meet the needs of […]
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19 May 2025
The physical and mental experience of flying a fighter jet
Published by admin at 19 May 2025
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The physical and mental experience of flying a fighter jet

Analysis of the sensations, physical constraints, and safety measures experienced by a fighter pilot during a flight in a fighter jet. Flying in a fighter jet is an extreme experience, far beyond what passengers on a commercial aircraft can perceive. The fighter pilot faces violent acceleration, supersonic speeds, continuous mental stress, and […]
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12 May 2025
Fouga Magister: a legendary aircraft
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Fouga Magister: a legendary aircraft

History, design, and use of the Fouga Magister, a military training aircraft that became a benchmark for fighter pilots. The Fouga Magister occupies a special place in the history of military aviation. Designed in the 1950s, it quickly established itself as a jet trainer for air forces, particularly in France. Used by […]
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