Sofia Gonzalez 
With the recent announcement of initial nuclear certification for the Dutch Royal Air Force’s (KLu) F-35A fighter-bombers, the landscape of NATO’s nuclear deterrence is poised for change. The ‘Double Key’ Principle NATO’s nuclear deterrence operates under the ‘double key’ principle. It involves the storage of US B-61 tactical nuclear bombs in five of its member … Read more
General Schill, renowned for his innovative approach, is leading the French army towards a new era marked by a ‘Start-Up Army’ culture. Emphasizing on technologies like robotics, drones, and electronic warfare, he aims to adapt the military to the demands of contemporary warfare. Having witnessed the Ukrainian army’s adept handling of these technologies in the … Read more
Welcome to an exciting journey into the heart of the Future Air Combat System (SCAF) project. A multinational initiative involving France, Germany, and Spain, this project is reshaping the future of aerial warfare. The Initial Phases and Fund Allocation April marked the official commencement of Phase 1B of the SCAF, a phase with a timeline … Read more
Rumors are swirling around the involvement of Italian group Leonardo in the new generation Leopard 2 tank project. This comes amid the Italian Defense Ministry’s potential acquisition of 133 Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany to meet NATO commitments. The multi-year programmatic document for 2023-25, presented by the Italian government, didn’t specify the Leopard 2A8, but … Read more
A recent proposal from the French Senate for the creation of a “sovereign savings account” has been making waves in the country’s financial and defense sectors. This innovative idea was devised to bolster the coffers of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the French defence industry, through the Military Programming Law (LPM) 2024-30. Origins of … Read more
Get a peek into the future of French Air and Space Force’s tactical cargo routes. As plans for transport planes evolve, Airbus and Embraer battle for dominance as countries recalibrate their military strategies. France Reduces A400M Orders The French Air and Space Force initially intended to acquire 50 A400M “Atlas” transport planes, but the latest … Read more
With a history of significant contributions to the development of the Rafale’s weapon system, the Mirage 2000B 501 test aircraft is ready to hang up its wings after years dedicated to service. Renowned for playing a pivotal role in the development of the Rafale’s critical systems such as its active antenna radar and frontal sector … Read more
The future of the French Army’s heavy armored component is under scrutiny, with the Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a joint French-German project, not expected to be fully operational until 2040. Two potential solutions have been proposed to bridge this gap. The Leclerc Tank and its Challenges The first option is to initiate a new … Read more
Un rapport de forces inattendu marque l’exercice militaire “Cope Thunder” aux Philippines, révélant les capacités impressionnantes de l’aviation locale face à la puissance aérienne états-unienne. L’exercice “Cope Thunder”, parrainé par les États-Unis depuis 1976, a connu des lieux d’implantation variés, entre les Philippines et l’Alaska, où il fut renommé “Green Flag” après l’éruption du Mont … Read more
French Rafale aircraft have been called upon to partake in the “Atlantic Trident 23” exercise alongside F-35A/B aircraft in the UK. This intriguing development has kicked off on October 31, 2023, under the capable supervision of the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the US Air Force. US and UK Involvement The States have committed to … Read more