Arms sales to Taiwan: China raises its voice
US arms sales to Taiwan, China’s diplomatic response, and the promotion of the FH-97A drone. Beijing strengthens its strategic message. Summary On December 19, China […]
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The Grumman F6F Hellcat in combat, the weapon that turned the tide in the Pacific
Designed to defeat the Zero, the F6F Hellcat became the decisive aircraft in the Pacific. Development, combat, statistics, and limitations explained. In summary The Grumman […]
Su-34: Moscow adapts its bomber based on lessons learned in Ukraine
Rostec will deliver a seventh batch of Su-34s in 2025. These aircraft incorporate developments based on experience gained in Ukraine, focusing on glide bombs and […]
Lockheed TR-X: the unmanned spy plane that was supposed to turn the page on the U-2
The Lockheed TR-X was supposed to replace the U-2 and complement the Global Hawk. A stealthy, strategic proposal that reveals American choices. In summary The […]
Why the US Air Force is sacrificing the F-22 to fund NGAD
The US Air Force plans to retire some of its F-22s in order to fund the NGAD program. Analysis of costs, industrial challenges, and criticism. […]
The Falcon 6X makes its maiden flight in military SIGINT version
Maiden flight of the militarized Falcon 6X: SIGINT capabilities, air command and key role in modern operations alongside Rafale fighter jets and drones. Summary On […]
Why the F-15EX costs more than a stealth fighter
Why the F-15EX, a modernized non-stealth aircraft, sometimes costs more to purchase than a stealth F-35A, and whether the long-term savings justify this choice. In […]
The F-16 in Ukraine: between the myth of victory and the reality of the front line
The F-16 in Ukraine is a divisive issue. Between promises of a “game changer” and accusations of failure, here is what it can really do, […]
Belgium strengthens its anti-drone defenses after worrying flyovers
Illegal flyovers, sensitive sites targeted, €50 million plan: Belgium is stepping up its anti-drone defenses in the face of what has become a strategic threat. […]
The golden canopy of the F-22, a discreet detail at the heart of stealth
Why the golden cockpit of the F-22 is not decorative: a canopy treated to block radar and close the aircraft’s stealth signature. In summary The […]