5 February 2025

The use of artificial intelligence in fighter jets

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing fighter aircraft, enhancing the capabilities of pilots and autonomous systems. Artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming the field of military aviation, particularly as far as fighter aircraft are concerned. Its integration aims to improve the performance, precision and safety of aerial missions. This article explores the […]
3 February 2025

The US Navy’s aborted “Diamondback” nuclear air-to-air missile project

In the 1950s, the US Navy studied the “Diamondback”, a Sidewinder-derived nuclear air-to-air missile with liquid propulsion and dual-mode guidance. In the mid-1950s, the US Navy initiated the “Diamondback” project, aimed at developing a nuclear-tipped air-to-air missile derived from the Sidewinder. This missile was to feature liquid-fuel propulsion and a dual-mode guidance […]
22 January 2025

Norwegian F-35s switch to sustainable fuels

Norway’s F-35s have completed a test flight using a fuel blend containing 40% biofuel, paving the way for similar use by the US F-35 fleet. The F-35 Lightning II, developed by Lockheed Martin, recently completed a maiden flight using Synthetic Aviation Fuels (SATF). This test, carried out by a Royal Norwegian Air […]
20 January 2025

Aircraft wing shapes

Highlighting aircraft wing shapes (straight, swept, delta, variable geometry) and their advantages for each aeronautical application. Aircraft wings play a major role in lift. Depending on their design, they can enhance speed, stability or maneuverability. Aircraft manufacturers choose a shape to suit their missions and constraints. The straight wing, often seen on […]
20 January 2025

Fighter aircraft targeting systems

Analysis of fighter aircraft targeting systems: principles, technologies and role in fighter flight. Fighter piloting relies on complex systems. Among these, aiming systems play a major role. They facilitate target detection, identification and engagement. Over the years, engineers have perfected these techniques for greater precision. Today, there are several variants: head-up displays, […]
7 January 2025

Stabilizers and control surfaces on fighter aircraft

Stabilizers and control surfaces play a crucial role in the maneuverability and stability of fighter aircraft. These control surfaces enable pilots to steer the aircraft with precision, ensuring optimum mission performance. History of stabilizers and control surfaces The first fighter planes, which appeared during the First World War, were equipped with rudimentary […]
6 January 2025

Israel accelerates research into artificial intelligence and military autonomy

Israel inaugurates an administration dedicated to AI and military autonomy to boost the efficiency of the Defense Forces and reduce human and material costs. Israel has created the AI and Autonomy Administration, an office within the Ministry of Defense, to coordinate technological development in the fields of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. […]
4 December 2024

Hypersonic Glide Vehicles: a new era in strategic weapons

Hypersonic Glide Vehicles (HGV) are weapons capable of flying at Mach 20, gliding through the upper atmosphere before reaching their target. Hypersonic Glide Vehicles (HGVs) are advanced military devices capable of hypersonic speeds of over 24,000 km/h, after being launched by rocket thrusters. After separating from the booster, these vehicles hover at […]
29 November 2024

France steps up its response to armed and autonomous drones

France is strengthening its strategy against armed drones thanks to lessons learned from international events and technological innovations. The threats posed by armed and autonomous drones (air and sea) are intensifying, as witnessed by recent conflicts in the Red and Black Seas. France is mobilizing its resources to counter these risks, with […]