The MiG-27 Flogger, ground attack from Moscow to Kabul and beyond
A little-known attack aircraft, the Mikoyan MiG-27 struck Afghanistan, served India in Kargil, and left a lasting confusion surrounding the Gulf War. Summary The Mikoyan […]
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Russia confirms that its Su-57 has found its first buyer
The Su-57 Felon is on display at the Dubai Airshow 2025, claiming its first foreign customer and a modernized Su-57E version, somewhere between marketing and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Russia announces successful test of Burevestnik 9M730 nuclear missile
Moscow has confirmed the successful test of the 9M730 Burevestnik nuclear cruise missile, which has virtually unlimited range, can be launched from Su-34/Su-57 aircraft, and […]
Russian Tu-95s at NATO’s doorstep: three alerts in 72 hours
Russia is stepping up Tu-95 flights near its allies. RAF Typhoons and F-16s are responding in Poland and over the Baltic Sea. Technical analysis. Summary […]
Has Russia tested airborne nuclear missiles from Su-34 or Tu-22M3 aircraft?
A comprehensive analysis of Russian tests of airborne nuclear missiles from Su-34 or Tu-22M3 aircraft: established facts, weapons involved, potential range. Summary Since 2018, Russia […]
When Russia mistakenly shot down its own Su-34 in Crimea
On the night of 16 to 17 October, Russian defences in Crimea reportedly mistakenly shot down a fighter jet, a symptom of an IADS saturated […]
Yak-130M: Russian training jet transformed into armed drone hunter
The modernized Yak-130M adds radar, sensors, and self-defense capabilities to transition from advanced training to light combat day/night and in all weather conditions. Summary United […]
Sukhoi T-4 Sotka: the Soviet aircraft that aimed to reach Mach 3
Designed to fly at Mach 3, the Sukhoi T-4 pushed the limits of materials, fuel, and metallurgy with its titanium and stainless steel structure. Summary […]