From speed to digital: the technological evolution of fighter jets since 1945
From the end of World War II to connected stealth aircraft, the evolution of fighter technology has redefined global aerial warfare. Summary Since 1945, fighter […]
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France speeds up delivery of Mirage 2000s and Aster missiles to Ukraine
New Mirage 2000-5Fs and Aster 30 missiles are boosting French air support for Ukraine, freeing up capacity for the French Air Force. Summary At the […]
What should the fighter jet of the future look like?
The fighter jet of the future will be stealthy, hyperconnected, AI-assisted, and escorted by drones. Here’s what it should look like and why it changes […]
Japan’s F-X fighter jet: key innovations, timeline, and alliances
The Japanese F-X program, developed with the United Kingdom and Italy, aims to produce a sixth-generation fighter jet by 2035, symbolizing autonomy and innovation. Summary […]
China tests a new Hongdu training jet that could also be used for combat
A new advanced Hongdu jet emerges: twin-engine configuration, LIFT capability, and aircraft carrier variants, industrial stakes, and strategic export. Summary An advanced prototype from the […]
The USAF and its “Red Eagles”: when America flew MiGs
During the Cold War, the USAF secretly evaluated Soviet MiGs within the “Red Eagles.” History, figures, methods, and legacy of a unique program. Summary At […]
The Rafale, the aircraft capable of changing missions in mid-flight
Thanks to its multi-role architecture and sensor fusion, the Rafale can switch from an attack mission to an air defense mission without landing. In summary […]
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 […]
NATO: same fighter jets, but incompatible maintenance
The United States and Europe share the same fighter jets, but technical and logistical differences often prevent them from repairing each other’s aircraft within NATO. […]
Strategic redeployment of F-16s to North Korea
The United States Air Force is temporarily deploying 31 F-16s and 1,000 personnel to the Korean peninsula as part of a “super squadron” to counter […]