RAF F-35: when a shortage of pilots grounds the jets
The Royal Air Force is desperately short of F-35 pilots. This human vulnerability threatens the actual availability of the British fleet. Summary The Royal Air […]
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F-22 and F-35: the lethal weapons used to capture Maduro
Discover the decisive role played by the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II stealth fighters in Operation Absolute Resolve, which neutralized Venezuelan defenses to capture […]
Without the United States, is the F-35 still viable?
If the United States reduces its commitment, what will become of the allied F-35 fleets? Dependence, political risks, and the absence of a real Plan […]
F-35A, B, or C: what each variant really changes in combat
Three variants, three doctrines. The F-35A, B, and C explained: missions, capabilities, developments, and real costs of the world’s most ambitious program. In summary The […]
Does the F-35 have Russian DNA hidden in its nozzle?
Does the F-35B owe some of its technology to the Soviet Yak-141? A detailed look back at a little-known and often fantasized industrial heritage. Summary […]
F-35: The United States reopens the door to Turkey
In-depth discussions are underway between Turkey and the United States on Ankara’s possible return to the F-35 program, focusing on sanctions, the S-400 issue, and […]
Belgium assesses the industrial benefits of the F-35A Lightning II in replacing the F-16 Fighting Falcon
As Belgium replaces its F-16s with the F-35, the debate intensifies over the industrial offsets promised to Belgian companies: assessment, challenges, and criticism. Summary In […]
The Belgian F-35 incident in the Azores: when arrival turns into a joke
During its transatlantic flight, one of the four Belgian F-35A Lightning IIs was grounded in the Azores: history, causes, consequences, and surprise surrounding the Belgian […]
Norwegian F-35As participate in NATO nuclear exercise
Oslo commits its F-35As to escort bombers during NATO nuclear exercise. A milestone for the alliance and a full-scale test of the F-35’s capabilities. Summary […]
Germany orders 15 F-35As to bring its fleet to 50 aircraft
Germany plans to order 15 additional F-35A aircraft, bringing its fleet to 50 aircraft. Challenges, budget and European benefits. Summary Berlin has decided to order […]