The US Air Force let out a shocker earlier this month as it decided on cutting down the number of F-15EX Eagle II aircraft that it intended to buy in the long term — from 144 to 80. However, there is a twist in the narrative. The F-15EX Eagle II could now become the first… Continue reading The world’s first fighter jet to carry hypersonic missiles
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“MiG-21 Shoots Down USAF F-15” Did Indian MiG-21 Really Overpower US F-15 In 2004 War Drills?
The first bilateral dissimilar air combat exercise between the US Air Force (USAF) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) took place in the 2004 edition of ‘COPE India’ Field Training Exercise (FTE) at one of the oldest IAF bases, about 241 km south of Delhi in Gwalior where the IAF has its Tactics Air Combat… Continue reading “MiG-21 Shoots Down USAF F-15” Did Indian MiG-21 Really Overpower US F-15 In 2004 War Drills?
Outselling America’s F-15 Eagle: How Russia’s Su-30 Emerged as the World’s Most Popular Heavy Fighter for Export
Since the mid-1990 Russia has aggressively marketed its Su-30 Flanker twin engine heavyweight fighter across the world, gaining clients across four continents as the most widely exported member of the Flanker family. The Su-30 was based heavily on the advanced air superiority airframe of the Su-27, a Soviet jet which entered service in 1985 as… Continue reading Outselling America’s F-15 Eagle: How Russia’s Su-30 Emerged as the World’s Most Popular Heavy Fighter for Export
Why do so many countries buy used fighter jets?
Last year saw a significant increase in the number of countries choosing to purchase or expressing an intention to purchase used fighter aircraft to strengthen their air force for a variety of reasons. Malaysia is said to want to expand its fleet with F-18 Hornet fighters. However, Malaysia is not looking to buy from the US,… Continue reading Why do so many countries buy used fighter jets?
Here are the 4 fighter aircraft US Air force wants to fight future wars
4 types of American fighter aircraft will maintain for future wars, cutting down from 7 existing types. It’s part of a strategy to adjust as the United States reorients itself to new adversaries. The US Air Force is adjusting and reducing its fighter force to cope with the new situation. With the current seven fighters too… Continue reading Here are the 4 fighter aircraft US Air force wants to fight future wars
What turns the Israeli Air Force into the “Sky Lord” of the Middle East?
From a small country that is always “bullied” by surrounding countries, Israel has risen to become a powerful military force in the region. Since the 1960s, the air force of the Israel Defense Forces (commonly known as the IAF) has played a central role in the defense of the country. The Israeli Air Force’s ability to secure… Continue reading What turns the Israeli Air Force into the “Sky Lord” of the Middle East?
Check out the most produced 4th generation fighter jets in the world
The 4th generation fighter aircrafts are still the backbone of many countries’ air forces, while Russia and the US are still the two world’s number one powers in terms of production of fighter aircraft. Fighter aircraft are one of the key components of almost all armed forces in the world. These weapons can help states maintain deterrence… Continue reading Check out the most produced 4th generation fighter jets in the world