The F-35 and spatial disorientation—a look back at the 2019 crash
In 2019, a Japanese F-35A crashed into the sea during a training flight. Detailed analysis of the pilot’s spatial disorientation and technological limitations. Summary On […]
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F-22 or Su-57? The comparison that ends the aerial debate
Technical and military comparison of the F-22 Raptor and the Sukhoi Su-57: performance, avionics, weaponry, stealth. Summary The American F-22 Raptor and the Russian Sukhoi […]
The logistical challenges of rapidly deploying fighter squadrons to distant theaters of operation
Rapidly deploying a fighter squadron thousands of miles away remains a colossal logistical challenge. A look back at the methods, shortcomings, and innovations of the […]
Chinese fighter jet threatens Australian P-8 and rattles Canberra
A People’s Liberation Army Air Force SU-35 fighter jet dropped flares near an Australian patrol aircraft in the South China Sea: why did it do […]
Moscow strengthens its army with a powerful drone force
Russia creates a new military branch dedicated to drones: what is the rationale, how is it organized, and what impact will it have on the […]
Is France lagging behind in military drones and AI
Has France fallen behind in military drones and embedded AI? A statistical analysis of programs, budgets, manufacturers, successes, and dead ends. In summary France has […]
Belgium assesses the industrial benefits of the F-35A Lightning II in replacing the F-16 Fighting Falcon
As Belgium replaces its F-16s with the F-35, the debate intensifies over the industrial offsets promised to Belgian companies: assessment, challenges, and criticism. Summary In […]
Su-57: Russia pushes its fifth-generation fighter jet for export
Russia is promoting the Su-57 fighter jet to attract foreign buyers ahead of the 2025 Dubai Airshow. This is a strategic move to boost its […]
Eurofighter Typhoon: the CAPTOR-E radar, a technological breakthrough
The Eurofighter’s CAPTOR-E / ECRS Mk 0/Mk 1/Mk 2 radar marks a technological breakthrough. Field of view, GaN modules, electronic warfare: everything is explained. Summary […]
The rise of Chinese hypersonic weapons – the speed game
Chinese hypersonic weapons are shaking up global deterrence. Analysis of the DF-ZF and airborne missiles capable of bypassing missile defenses. Summary China is currently at […]