Why does the A-10 Warthog make that famous “BRRRRT” noise?
The A-10 Warthog owes its distinctive noise to its GAU-8/A Avenger cannon. Supersonic speed, rate of fire, acoustics: here’s the explanation for the BRRRRT. The […]
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Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD): science, propulsion, and airflow control
Magnetohydrodynamics, the key to futuristic aeronautics, explores propulsion and flow control for hypersonic aircraft and plasmas. Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) is a scientific discipline at the interface […]
Key technologies for making hypersonic aircraft operational
Propulsion, materials, aerodynamics, and thermal management: the techniques for achieving hypersonic speeds and developing hypersonic aircraft. Hypersonic speed, beyond Mach 5, imposes aerodynamic, thermal, and […]
Flying in a fighter jet: 5 unusual facts you never imagined
Vomiting, loss of consciousness, no toilets… Here are 5 little-known but true facts about flying in a fighter jet. Flying in a fighter jet is […]
F-22 Raptor vs F-35 Lightning II: which is better?
Technical analysis of the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II: design, performance, missions, pilot training, costs, and strategic differences. An aerial duel at the top […]
The real risks of GPS jamming on fighter missions
Delve into the impact of military GPS jamming on fighter jets: compromised air navigation, missile guidance, pilot safety, electronic warfare. The context of military GPS […]
The Battle of Okinawa and Japanese Air Tactics
A technical analysis of the Battle of Okinawa, describing Japanese air tactics, with accurate data, strategies, and strategic military significance. The Battle of Okinawa was […]
Communication protocols between fighter pilots and air traffic controllers
Discover how air communication protocols between fighter pilots and air traffic controllers work, with specific examples, figures, and strategic insights. In the demanding world of […]
The flaws revealed in Russian and Chinese stealth aircraft: what are their vulnerabilities?
Discover the potential flaws in Russian and Chinese stealth aircraft, their technical, structural, and operational vulnerabilities to modern radar, and their real limitations. The potential […]
Mirage 2000: user countries, conditions and missions
Mirage 2000: which countries use it, why and how? Find out exactly which countries use the Mirage 2000, under what conditions they use it, and […]