Military aircraft maintenance costs: an inevitable increase
Military aircraft maintenance costs will increase by 1.4% per year between now and 2035, reaching $111 billion According to a study by Oliver Wyman, global […]
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British fighter pilot training schools
Discover the schools, selection process, and training for fighter pilots in the United Kingdom. The United Kingdom has a structured and rigorous fighter pilot training […]
Resistance to electronic warfare: Su-35 vs Rafale
Detailed comparative analysis of the resistance to electronic warfare of the Su-35 and Rafale fighter jets. Electronic warfare (EW) has become a central element in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The current limits of AI in fighter jets
An overview of the capabilities and limitations of artificial intelligence in modern fighter jets. The integration of artificial intelligence into the onboard systems of modern […]
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 […]
The aerodynamic principles of modern fighter jets
Technical analysis of fighter jet aerodynamics: lift, drag, wing surfaces, and high-speed flight constraints. Aerodynamics is the fundamental technical basis for the design and performance […]