Fly an L-39 in Reims: experience the thrill of a military jet
At Reims-Prunay, take the controls of an L-39 Albatros alongside a fighter pilot, including a briefing, aerobatics, formation flying and a video recording. An introduction […]
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China combines coastguard and missiles to contain its rivals in Asia
Beijing is combining coastguard patrols, legal pressure and strategic missiles to deter its neighbours and the United States. In summary China is trialling a method […]
The F-16 takes control when its pilot loses consciousness
The F-16’s Auto-GCAS detects an imminent collision, right-sides the aircraft and initiates a 5 g pull-up manoeuvre when the pilot is unresponsive. In summary The […]
The Rafale’s zero-zero ejection seat: the pilot’s ultimate safety net
The Rafale’s MkF16F ejection seat can save a pilot even when the aircraft is stationary. Here’s how its pyrotechnic sequence transforms two seconds of violence […]
Can the UK’s plan save the RAF in the face of a shortage of aircraft, missiles and operational readiness?
The UK’s plan provides funding for the GCAP, the F-35A, the Typhoon and missiles, but leaves significant gaps in terms of numbers, stocks and the […]
China is producing the J-20 at a rate that is causing concern in Washington
With more than 300 J-20s and an estimated production rate of 120 aircraft a year, Beijing is shifting the balance of air power against the […]
L-39 flight in Avignon: the ultimate fighter jet experience
From Avignon, enjoy an L-39 Albatros flight featuring aerobatics, views of Provence and a chance to take the controls, under the supervision of professional pilots. […]
Engineering the Impossible: How does the F-15 (really) fly with just one wing?
In 1983, an Israeli F-15 lost almost its entire right wing. Fuselage lift, speed and CAS explain how it managed to land. In summary In […]
German firm Tytan aims to industrialise Europe’s war on drones
The German start-up Tytan is setting up a factory capable of producing 3,000 interceptors a month and aims to establish a mass-produced European anti-drone defence […]
France Is Preparing for the Post-Rafale Era on Its Own, at a Sky-High Cost
Following the failure of the SCAF program, France is developing a national sixth-generation fighter jet. Dassault has the expertise, but the budget remains uncertain. In […]