31 August 2023

Challenges and Promises of the Future Fighter Program for the US Air Force

The US Air Force’s NGAD program highlights the promises and challenges of digital engineering in aircraft design. While digital engineering offers faster design and better understanding, it can’t fully replace real-world testing. Striking a balance between these two approaches will be crucial for the program’s success and the future of aircraft design. […]
23 May 2023

US Air Force wants to avoid the mistakes made for the F-35

The US Air Force is looking to avoid the mistakes made during the development of the F-35 fighter jet as it seeks to develop its next-generation sixth-gen fighter. The Air Force has created three teams to help oversee the development of the new aircraft, which will likely be unmanned and designed for […]
8 April 2013

The F-22 Raptor is back in the air

After many months on the ground, we are pleased to see the F-22 Raptor resuming normal flight operations. Some modifications were completed, especially to life support equipment, and particulary breathing systems. Completion of this task eliminates the need to restrict flight operations to remain within a 30-minute flying distance from an airfield […]