12 May 2025

Kratos’ Apollo and Athena drones: a modular solution for Europe

Kratos is developing the Apollo and Athena drones, modular aircraft designed to enhance the capabilities of third- and fourth-generation European fighter jets. A response to the specific needs of European air forces Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is currently developing two tactical drones called Apollo and Athena to meet the operational requirements […]
12 May 2025

Deployment of F-35B VMFA-211 squadron to Japan

The US Marines are deploying the F-35B VMFA-211 squadron to Iwakuni, strengthening their presence in the Indo-Pacific amid regional tensions. Deployment of VMFA-211 squadron to Japan On May 10, 2025, the US Marine Corps deployed VMFA-211 squadron to MCAS Iwakuni, located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. This maneuver is part of the Unit […]
5 May 2025

How fighter pilots handle G-forces in aerial combat

Discover how fighter pilots overcome the physiological effects of high G-forces during aerial maneuvers, using specialized techniques and equipment. Fighter pilots operate in extreme conditions, where the sudden acceleration of fighter jets generates gravitational forces (G-forces) of up to 9 G, or nine times the body weight. These forces, expressed as multiples […]
28 April 2025

The essential role of fighter jets in modern conflicts: missions, impact, and future prospects in the face of drones

Discover how fighter jets influence modern conflicts, their key missions, and their role in the rise of military drones. In contemporary conflicts, fighter jets play a central strategic role. Their ability to control airspace often determines the outcome of ground and naval operations. By ensuring air superiority, they not only protect ground […]
28 April 2025

Military AI in the Middle East: towards automated warfare?

The Middle East is becoming a testing ground for military AI, exposing civilians and states to increased risks from the uncontrolled use of autonomous weapons. Since 2020, autonomous drones have been used on battlefields in the Middle East, signaling the arrival of artificial intelligence in regional warfare. This development is rooted in […]
23 April 2025

The real cost of an hour of flight time for the F-35A: a detailed analysis

In-depth analysis of the real cost of an hour of flight time for the F-35A, including maintenance, spare parts, training, and logistical support. The F-35A, the conventional takeoff and landing version of the F-35 Lightning II program, is often presented as a fifth-generation fighter jet with advanced capabilities. However, beyond its operational […]
23 April 2025

Inside the mind of a fighter pilot: sensations, reflexes, and training under 9G

Discover the extreme experience of a fighter pilot: combat, 9G sensations, anti-G-LOC training, physical control, and mental clarity. Why is flying in a fighter jet so fascinating? Flying in a fighter jet has a lasting appeal for the general public. This type of flight combines extreme speed, pinpoint maneuverability and total concentration […]
21 April 2025

The Battle of Leyte Gulf: the naval turning point of 1944

Technical analysis of the Battle of Leyte Gulf (1944), the largest naval battle of World War II, with a focus on the aircraft involved and their impact. The Battle of Leyte Gulf, fought from October 23 to 26, 1944, marked a decisive turning point in World War II. Considered the largest naval […]
21 April 2025

34-hour air strike: the return of US strategic deterrence

Two US B-1B bombers carried out a 34-hour strike over 45,000 km, demonstrating the global strike capability of the US Air Force. On February 2, 2025, two US Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers carried out a 34-hour strike mission, traveling approximately 45,000 kilometers from the United States to target positions in Iraq […]