How the F-16 influenced modern fighter aviation
From the LWF program to Block 70/72, the F-16 set the standard: fly-by-wire, multi-role, pods, AESA radar, and sensor fusion. Technical analysis and legacy. Summary […]
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Measuring the true combat value of a fighter jet
Methods, criteria, and figures for assessing the operational effectiveness of a combat aircraft, from sensors to support, in a contested environment. In summary The combat […]
The decisive role of Adour turbojet engines in the performance of the Jaguar ground attack aircraft
Two Adour turbofan engines made the Jaguar an enduring, safe, and effective ground attack platform at low altitude. Summary The SEPECAT Jaguar was one of […]
France – Deliveries in 2025: 13 Rafale aircraft to strengthen the Air Force
France plans to acquire 13 new Rafale aircraft for the Air and Space Force in 2025, completing the 4T2 tranche and consolidating its strategic air […]
J-20S two-seater: Beijing transforms its stealth fighter into an air command center
J-20S two-seater: PLAAF battle manager, sensor fusion, loyal drones and BVR combat, manned-unmanned teaming. A tactical turning point in the Asia-Pacific region. Summary The J-20S […]
Bangkok’s Gripen E/F gamble against the American giants
Bangkok confirms its choice of Gripen E/F for the Royal Thai Air Force. Context, budget, missions, and geostrategic effects: technical and numerical analysis. Thailand has […]
The Saab J35 Draken and its revolutionary double delta wing
The Saab J35 Draken was the first production fighter aircraft to feature a double delta wing, an innovation that transformed its agility and missions. The […]
Ukraine puts former Azerbaijani MiG-29s back into service to strengthen its fleet
Ukraine is now operating MiG-29s from Azerbaijan: repairs, Fulcrum performance, costs, and strategic impact in the war. The Ukrainian air offensive has been bolstered by […]
Fighter jets and real-time satellite integration
Fighter jets use data from reconnaissance satellites in real time. Technical analysis of a process that is essential to mission planning. Satellites play a central […]
F-35 Block 4 reduced and delayed until 2031
The reconfigured F-35 Block 4: major delays, increased costs, reduced capabilities, first deliveries expected only from 2031 onwards. Background to the F-35 program The F-35 […]