Do you remember the F-35A spin recovery chute? It turns out it helped the JSF achieve High AOA and be a better dogfighter
This device was particularly important to develop one of the most important capabilities of the F-35. As explained by Major Morten “Dolby” Hanche, a Royal Norwegian Air Force test pilots with…
“Here’s what I’ve learned so far dogfighting in the F-35”: a JSF pilot’s first-hand account
A Norwegian pilot shared his experience flying mock aerial combat with the F-35. As we reported last year, the debate between F-35 supporters and critics became more harsh in July…
Three B-52s have deployed to Europe to take part in large-scale NATO exercise
Three "Buffs" have arrived to Moron Air Base, Spain, for Ex. Cold Response. Three B-52 Stratofortresses from Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, landed at Moron Air Base, Spain, on Feb.…
A glimpse into the cockpit of the HH-101A “Caesar” Special Operations Helicopter
The "Caesar" is considered one of the most advanced helicopters for CSAR and Personnel Recovery duties available today. On Feb. 25, the Italian Air Force took delivery of its first…
Job done! Russia’s most advanced spyplane is returning home after deployment in Syria
The Tu-214R is currently returning to Russia after a 14-day deployment to Syria. The Russian Air Force Tu-214R ISR (Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance) aircraft that was deployed to Syria on Feb.…
Russia could use its Pantsir-S1 and S-400 anti-aircraft systems in Syria to spy on the F-22 and other advanced US weapons
Some US officials believe Russia could use its Pantsir-S1 and S-400 Triumf anti-aircraft systems to uncover secrets of the F-22 in Syria. Almost certainly, Russia is using some of its…