13 January 2025

NGAD: Towards a major transformation of US air strategy

The NGAD program, a cornerstone of US air strategy, faces major financial and strategic challenges under the Trump administration. The Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program aims to develop a sixth-generation aircraft to replace the F-22 Raptor. Planned to strengthen the US Air Force’s capabilities in the face of emerging threats, particularly […]
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. […]