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 […]
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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 […]
Danish reinforcement: 16 additional F-35As, heading for 43 aircraft
Denmark has confirmed the purchase of 16 more F-35As (43 in total) and is accelerating its air and Arctic capabilities. Capacity issues, timetable, costs and […]
US F-35B catches fire in Japan: warning about STOVL engine
A US F-35B caught fire on October 17, 2025, while landing in Iwakuni. This incident highlights the technical challenges of STOVL engines and weighs on […]
Future Belgian fighter pilots will be trained exclusively on the F-35
Belgium is relying on the F-35 for all of its fighter pilot training, which is now being conducted in the United States at Luke AFB, […]
F-35 flight data: a strategic asset but a source of dependence on Washington
F-35s collect and share sensitive data with the United States, raising questions about confidentiality, sovereignty, and regional strategies. In summary The F-35 Lightning II fighter […]