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

The F-35 facing Russian and Chinese VHF radars: stealth under threat

Can the F-35 evade modern VHF radars in Russia and China? Technical analysis of stealth capabilities against anti-stealth systems. The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II is often touted as the most advanced fighter jet of its generation, thanks to its stealth design and sophisticated electronic systems. However, the emergence of new-generation VHF […]
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 […]
21 April 2025

The Mirage 2000 faces the challenges of modern air combat: performance, limitations, and strategic future

Discover the performance, limitations, and future of the Mirage 2000, a fighter jet that is still in service today, facing the challenges of modern air combat and geopolitical issues. The Mirage 2000: a jet still in service, but for what missions? The Mirage 2000 is a single-seat fighter developed by Dassault Aviation […]
15 April 2025

Coordination of fighter pilots with military units

Detailed analysis of the coordination between fighter pilots and military units, including communication systems and joint exercises. Coordination between fighter pilots and other military units is an essential pillar of modern joint operations. In an increasingly complex operational environment, this synergy optimizes the effectiveness of missions, whether air, land or naval. Fighter […]