- December 23rd, 2024
The Global Combat Air Program (GCAP), a trilateral initiative to develop a next-generation fighter jet involving the United Kingdom, Japan, and Italy, reached a pivotal milestone as Italy completed the ratification of the treaty on November 13. This significant step...
After years of lagging in the competitive fighter jet market, the Swedish Saab JAS Gripen fighter appears poised for a revival. The aircraft, which struggled to secure sales against formidable rivals like the American F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter, is...
The long-heralded strengthening of India-U.S. defense ties has hit a rocky patch as India’s major deal with U.S.-based General Electric (GE) Aerospace for fighter jet engines fails to meet delivery deadlines. The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) modernization goals, centered around...
As the race to power India’s ambitious 5th-generation fighter jet project intensifies, French aerospace giant Safran is positioning itself as a key player, leveraging its long-standing defense ties with India. With the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program aiming to...
The U.S. Air Force's F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters have been certified for the delivery of B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs since October 12, 2023. This certification, awarded months earlier than expected, allows F-35As to be considered "dual-capable" platforms for both...