11 May 2023

Japanese Kamikazes in World War II

During World War II, a unique phenomenon emerged within the Japanese armed forces: kamikazes in aircraft. These intrepid and dedicated pilots willingly sacrificed their lives by conducting suicide attacks against enemy ships. This essay examines the history of kamikazes, the influence of Japanese culture on this phenomenon, the landmark battles associated with […]
5 May 2023

The skills required to become a fighter pilot

Modern military aviation requires exceptional piloting skills to effectively fly sophisticated fighter aircraft. Fighter pilots face complex and demanding challenges, such as high-speed maneuvers, rapid direction changes, and intense air combat. To be successful in their mission, fighter pilots must possess specific physical, mental, technical and social skills. Skills are the competencies […]
13 April 2023

Aircrafts in the US Navy

The United States Navy operates a wide range of fighter jets and aircraft to support its global operations. One of the primary fighter jets used by the US Navy is the F/A-18 Hornet, a multirole aircraft that can perform a variety of missions, including air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes, and reconnaissance. The F/A-18 […]
15 February 2023

Spy or weather balloon ?

In a climate of heightened tensions, China was caught sending a spy balloon over the United States, causing an F-22 to take off and a missile to be fired to destroy the balloon. China defends itself from having spied on the United States, claiming that it was a weather balloon. This gives […]
2 February 2023

Weapons systems of fighter jets

I. Introduction A. Definition of a fighter aircraft weapon system A weapon system for a fighter jet is a collection of devices, equipment, and technology designed to provide the aircraft with the capability to threaten or destroy air or ground targets. Weapon systems can include air-to-air missiles, bombs, machine guns and other […]
16 January 2023

Fighter jets to train fighter pilots

Training fighter pilots The requirements and tasks of fighter pilots have evolved significantly throughout the history of military aviation. In the early days of air combat, fighter pilots were primarily tasked with engaging in dogfights with enemy aircraft, and their primary goal was to shoot down as many enemy planes as possible. […]
12 January 2023

Selecting a multi-role fighter or a specialized fighter

Is it better for a country to have a multi-role fighter or a specialized fighter? This answer guides the purchase of aircraft for modern militaries. Fighter jets and their importance in modern warfare Fighters are military aircraft designed for air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack and reconnaissance missions. They are considered one of the […]
6 January 2023

Why some fighter jets are famous

There are several reasons why some fighter jets are more famous than others. First of all, the fame of a fighter plane can depend on its history and use. For example, the F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter is very well known because it has been used by many countries around the world and […]
5 January 2023

The perfect fighter jet

It is difficult to define a perfect fighter aircraft, as the ideal characteristics will depend on the operational environment, missions and objectives being pursued. However, here are some characteristics that might be considered important for a perfect fighter aircraft: Superior flight capability A perfect fighter aircraft should have superior flight capability, with […]