12 June 2025

Vomiting and fainting in fighter jets?

Detailed analysis of the risk of vomiting or loss of consciousness during flight in fighter jets, with figures and technical solutions. A fighter jet flight subjects the human body to extreme stress. Acceleration, hypoxia, pressure on the neck from a heavy helmet and anti-G suit are all part of an environment where […]
12 June 2025

Actual availability rates for the F-22, Rafale, Su-35, and Gripen E

Detailed analysis of the operational availability rates of F-22, Rafale, Gripen E, and Su-35 aircraft: figures, technical and logistical causes. Key data for measuring operational effectiveness The availability of fighter aircraft is an operational indicator that is often overlooked in public comparisons. However, it directly determines the actual ability of an air […]
12 June 2025

Radar invisibility: myth or reality for stealth aircraft

Are stealth aircraft really invisible? Technical analysis of fighter aircraft stealth, its physical limitations, and conditions for effectiveness. The practical limitations of stealth The stealth of fighter aircraft is a concept that is often misunderstood. The general public, influenced by marketing and media hype, associates the term with a kind of absolute […]
12 June 2025

Technical comparison of fifth-generation fighter jets

Detailed analysis of the F-35, Su-57, and J-20: technologies, performance, doctrines, and industrial realities of fifth-generation fighter jets. Industrial and strategic rivalry between major powers Since the 2000s, 5th generation fighter jets have been central to the quest for air superiority in American, Russian, and Chinese military doctrine. Three models are operational […]
2 June 2025

Military aircraft maintenance costs: an inevitable increase

Military aircraft maintenance costs will increase by 1.4% per year between now and 2035, reaching $111 billion According to a study by Oliver Wyman, global spending on maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) for military aircraft, which has been stagnant for six years, will reach $111 billion by 2035, with annual growth of […]
2 June 2025

British fighter pilot training schools

Discover the schools, selection process, and training for fighter pilots in the United Kingdom. The United Kingdom has a structured and rigorous fighter pilot training system designed to prepare Royal Air Force (RAF) officers for the demands of modern air combat. The process involves careful selection, extensive theoretical and practical training, and […]
26 May 2025

Resistance to electronic warfare: Su-35 vs Rafale

Detailed comparative analysis of the resistance to electronic warfare of the Su-35 and Rafale fighter jets. Electronic warfare (EW) has become a central element in modern conflicts, directly influencing air superiority. Fighter jets such as the Russian Su-35 and the French Rafale incorporate advanced EW systems to detect, jam, and neutralize threats. […]
26 May 2025

The real cost of owning a fifth-generation fighter jet

Detailed analysis of the total cost of a fifth-generation fighter jet: acquisition, maintenance, training, ammunition, and MCO. Acquiring a fifth-generation fighter jet is much more than just a purchase. Beyond the initial purchase price, the total cost of ownership includes considerable expenses related to pilot training, maintenance, ammunition, and operational maintenance (MCO). […]
26 May 2025

The design of the Mirage 2000

Technical analysis of the Mirage 2000: delta wing design, avionics, performance, and armament of an iconic French fighter jet. The Mirage 2000, designed by Dassault Aviation, is a single-engine delta wing fighter jet that entered service in 1984. It was developed to meet the needs of French air defense and has undergone […]