3 February 2025

Towards a 7th generation hypersonic stealth fighter by 2050

An exploration of the technologies envisaged for 7th-generation fighter jets by 2050: hypersonic flight, advanced stealth, artificial intelligence and space capabilities. The 7th generation fighter jets, expected by 2050, promise major technological advances. Among them, hypersonic flight will enable them to reach speeds of over Mach 5, or more than 6,125 km/h. […]
27 January 2025

Dassault Rafale missions in Mali

The Dassault Rafale’s missions in Mali have been decisive in restoring stability to the region. The fighter plane has proved its effectiveness. Here’s how. The Dassault Rafale’s missions in Mali have demonstrated its versatility and effectiveness in overseas operations. As early as January 2013, as part of Operation Serval, Rafales were deployed […]
27 January 2025

UCAV: military drones

Technical and pragmatic analysis of military drones (UCAVs): operation, strategic use, costs and innovations. Military drones, also known as UCAVs (Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles), play an important role in modern strategies. These remote-controlled or autonomous devices are used for a wide range of missions, from reconnaissance to targeted strikes. Their effectiveness relies […]
13 January 2025

How the F-16 Fighter Jet Shaped NATO Missions in the Balkan Wars

Explore how NATO’s deployment of F-16 jets during the Balkan Wars shaped air campaigns in Bosnia and Kosovo, evolving modern warfare tactics. The Balkan Wars of the 1990s presented NATO with one of its most challenging military engagements since its inception. Amid the complexities of these conflicts, the F-16 fighter jet became […]
13 January 2025

NGAD: Towards a major transformation of US air strategy

The NGAD program, a cornerstone of US air strategy, faces major financial and strategic challenges under the Trump administration. The Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program aims to develop a sixth-generation aircraft to replace the F-22 Raptor. Planned to strengthen the US Air Force’s capabilities in the face of emerging threats, particularly […]
7 January 2025

Iraq’s Use of Mirage F1 in Iran-Iraq War

Explore Iraq’s use of the Mirage F1 from Dassault Aviation in the Iran-Iraq War, detailing its acquisition, key missions, successes, failures, and current status. Iraq’s Use of Mirage F1 in the Iran-Iraq War The Dassault Mirage F1 played a significant role in the Iran-Iraq War (1980–1988). This article examines how Iraq acquired […]
6 January 2025

The Chinese J-36: a major breakthrough in tactical combat aviation

The Chinese J-36, a new sixth-generation stealth aircraft, promises increased autonomy, advanced stealth and unprecedented multi-domain capabilities. China recently unveiled the J-36, a sixth-generation stealth fighter. This tailless model uses advanced technology to reduce radar signature and optimize range. Features include WS-10C engines, multi-function sensors, and a cutaway configuration that maximizes stealth […]
9 December 2024

F-14 superiority in the 1981 Gulf of Syrte incident

In 1981, the Gulf of Syrte incident highlighted the superiority of the F-14 Tomcat over the Libyan Su-22, affirming the air power of the US Navy. On August 19, 1981, the Gulf of Sirte, off the coast of Libya, was the scene of a significant air confrontation between the USA and Libya. […]
9 December 2024

The role of the Dassault Rafale in Sahel operations

Find out more about the Dassault Rafale’s missions in the Sahel, its strategic impact and its contributions to French military operations. Since 2013, the Dassault Rafale has played a central role in France’s military operations in the Sahel, notably during operations Serval and Barkhane. This multi-purpose fighter jet has been essential in […]