10 April 2025

The criteria used by the US Air Force to assess fighter pilots during Red Flag exercises

Selection criteria used by the US Air Force to evaluate fighter pilots during Red Flag exercises: performance, precision and coordination. The US Air Force’s Red Flag exercises are designed to provide realistic air combat training. The evaluation of fighter pilots during these exercises is based on specific criteria aimed at measuring their […]
3 April 2025

Why is the United States reluctant to sell the F-22 to its allies?

The United States limits the sale of the F-22 to its allies to protect its stealth technology and maintain its air superiority in the face of threats. The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor, a fifth-generation fighter jet, is the pinnacle of American military aviation technology. Entering service in 2005, this aircraft excels in […]
3 March 2025

US strategy: a shift from Europe and the Middle East to Asia

The United States is reorienting its foreign policy, disengaging from Europe and the Middle East to focus its efforts on Asia, in the face of China’s rise to power. Under President Donald Trump, the United States has begun a gradual withdrawal from the European and Middle Eastern regions, calling on its allies […]
3 March 2025

The US Air Force unveils the Skyraider II, a versatile light attack aircraft

The US Air Force introduces the Skyraider II, a light attack aircraft derived from the AT-802U, designed for special operations with close air support and armed reconnaissance capabilities. The US Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) recently introduced the OA-1K Skyraider II, a light attack aircraft developed from the Air Tractor AT-802U. […]
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 […]
9 December 2024

F-14 superiority in the 1981 Gulf of Syrte incident

In 1981, the Gulf of Syrte incident highlighted the superiority of the F-14 Tomcat over the Libyan Su-22, affirming the air power of the US Navy. On August 19, 1981, the Gulf of Sirte, off the coast of Libya, was the scene of a significant air confrontation between the USA and Libya. […]
8 October 2024

The best American fighter jet from 1980 to 1990

Find out which American fighter jet from the 1980s to the 1990s made its mark on military aviation with its performance and operational impact. The 1980s and 1990s saw the rise of the American military jet fighter. The United States developed several high-performance fighter models to ensure air superiority in the face […]
2 October 2024

China is ready for war, but what about the USA?

The US defense industry is struggling to keep pace with the rise of China’s military power. Analysis of the industrial stakes and key figures. China’s rise to military power is undeniable. Although the Chinese economy has its weaknesses, its defense sector is growing rapidly, with massive investment in the production of ships, […]
26 September 2024

What agreements accompany sales of US combat aircraft?

Discover the strategic and financial quid pro quos negotiated between the United States and countries purchasing American combat aircraft. Sales of U.S. combat aircraft are not limited to a simple financial exchange. Buyers, often U.S. allies, benefit from logistical support agreements, technology transfers and strategic geopolitical alliances. In return, they undertake to […]