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7 July 2025

How pilots train to recover a plane in a spin

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How pilots train to recover a plane in a spin

Fighter pilots train to manage loss of control in flight using simulators, real maneuvers, and rigorous technical analysis. Flying a fighter jet exposes pilots to extreme dynamic conditions. One of the most critical situations is loss of control in flight (LOC-I). It can occur during a tight turn, a maneuver at maximum […]

7 July 2025

Published by admin at 7 July 2025

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How the F-22 Raptor evades long-range radar

Stealth fighter jets such as the F-22 Raptor adapt their tactics to evade long-range radar systems. The F-22 Raptor is the first operational fifth-generation stealth fighter jet designed to evade radar detection systems. Its aerodynamic architecture, geometric shape, and radar-absorbing materials (RAM) are designed to drastically reduce its radar cross section (RCS). […]

7 July 2025

Published by admin at 7 July 2025

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The Rafale F5 takes on Russian and Chinese stealth fighters

The Rafale F5 will be equipped with RBE-2XG radar, collaborative UCAV and quantum link to counter Russian and Chinese stealth fighters by 2030. The Rafale F5, the latest planned version of Dassault Aviation‘s multi-role fighter, crystallizes France’s ambitions for air superiority in the 2030s. Scheduled to enter service at the turn of […]

4 July 2025

The Rafale's real capabilities in high-intensity conflict

Published by admin at 4 July 2025

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The Rafale’s real capabilities in high-intensity conflict

Detailed technical analysis of the Rafale‘s capabilities in major conflict: performance, resilience, logistical support. The Rafale is a multi-role fighter aircraft designed for intense combat. It combines Mach 1.8 speed, a combat radius of > 1,850 km, and a 9-ton payload capacity on 14 hardpoints. Its SPECTRA system offers major electronic resilience. […]

4 July 2025

Real-time coordination between fighter pilots and ground troops

Published by admin at 4 July 2025

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Real-time coordination between fighter pilots and ground troops

How do fighter pilots coordinate air strikes with ground forces during ground attack operations? The complexity of tactical air-ground coordination In modern conflicts, coordination between a fighter pilot and ground units is a complex technical process, where effectiveness depends on the quality of communications, the accuracy of sensors, and tactical discipline. A […]

2 July 2025

Published by admin at 2 July 2025

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The Rafale under fire after an Indian-Pakistani skirmish

A rumor on X suggests that the Indian Rafale was outperformed by Pakistani J-10Cs. The incident has fueled debate about the aircraft’s true value. A digital controversy at the heart of Indo-Pakistani tensions Since the publication of a message on the X (formerly Twitter) platform on May 13, 2025, a technical and […]

30 June 2025

Towards a future of autonomous or remotely piloted fighter jets

Published by admin at 30 June 2025

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Towards a future of autonomous or remotely piloted fighter jets

Strategic, industrial, and technical analysis of the future prospects for autonomous fighter jets and remotely piloted aircraft. A profound change in the role of the pilot The development of autonomous fighter jets or remotely piloted aircraft is no longer a speculative hypothesis. It is now a direction being pursued by several military […]

30 June 2025

Actual cost: modernize or buy a fighter jet?

Published by admin at 30 June 2025

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Actual cost: modernize or buy a fighter jet?

Economic analysis of the choices between modernizing or acquiring new fighter jets, with figures, examples, and budgetary constraints. Balancing innovation and budget constraints The decision of an army to purchase new fighter jets or modernize existing aircraft is never purely technical. It is based primarily on economic, strategic, and industrial considerations. The […]

30 June 2025

Tactical maneuvering and engagement in modern air combat

Published by admin at 30 June 2025

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Tactical maneuvering and engagement in modern air combat

Technical analysis of air combat tactics, from maneuvering to engagement decisions, in modern fighter pilot missions. Mastering airspace through tactical maneuvering Air combat is a field where technology, human skill, and tactics come together in a form of high-speed direct confrontation. It is not just a duel between two fighter jets: it […]