How the MiG-23 corrected the flaws of the Soviet MiG-21
MiG-23: historical and military analysis of a Soviet variable-geometry fighter, from its design to its operational record and its limitations in combat. The MiG-23 occupies […]
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MiG-31 and total look-down: the radar feat that surprised NATO
With its Zaslon radar, the MiG-31 learned to “see” above the ground and isolate cruise missiles. A feat from the 1980s. In summary At the […]
Did you know: The Super Hornet can fly with its wings folded
A rare but possible accident: the Super Hornet can take off with its wings folded. Here’s why it stays in the air, and what aerodynamics […]
11 more F-35As: Brussels takes responsibility, but wants “Made in Europe”
Brussels finalizes 11 more F-35As and wants to “Europeanize” them via Cameri. Military relevance, integration, costs, schedule, and limitations. Summary Belgium is finalizing the purchase […]
Before Sukhoi: how the Draken turned its stall into a Cobra
The Draken could go into a flat “Super Stall.” How this dangerous flaw became the Cobra maneuver, long before the legendary Sukhoi. In summary The […]
The Rafale, a weapon of non-alignment against US ITAR control
Why Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates are betting on the Rafale to limit US ITAR control, secure their upgrades, and diversify their alliances. In […]
F-5 Tiger II: the iconic “aggressor” aircraft, from Top Gun to US bases
Why the F-5 Tiger II is used as an enemy in naval training, its role in Top Gun, and the modernization of ex-Swiss F-5Ns for […]
FCAS fighter jet: Berlin challenges French leadership and slams the door
The Franco-German-Spanish FCAS program is in crisis. IG Metall and BDLI call on Berlin to withdraw in the absence of an industrial agreement. Summary The […]
The most famous fighter planes: myth, technology, and war
From the Spitfire to the F-22, a technical analysis of famous fighter planes, their performance, their historical role, and key innovations. Famous fighter planes do […]
Franken-Flanker: how Ukraine is reinventing the Soviet Su-27
How Ukraine is transforming its Su-27s into Western weapons platforms: tablets, adapted pylons, JDAM-ER, HARM, and electronic warfare against the S-400. In summary Ukraine is […]