MQ-9 Reaper Block 5 drones, owned by the Air and Space Army, have finally received authorization to fly in French airspace. The authorization for these advanced drones to operate within France has been in limbo for quite some time. Specifically, only three out of the 12 MALE MQ-9 Reaper drones belonging to the 33rd Surveillance, … Read more
The French Ministry of the Armed Forces has stirred intrigue by initiating an uncommon procedure to acquire intelligence drones. This remarkable step is part of a broader effort to rapidly adapt to advances in drone technology. Different Acquisition Procedure Interestingly, this procurement procedure was carried by the Directorate of Aeronautical Maintenance (DMAé), as opposed to … Read more
Are combat helicopters nearing obsolescence or are they ripe for a tech-savvy overhaul? As the world leans towards unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), countries are grappling to decide the future of their combat helicopters. In this rapidly changing landscape of military aviation, the future of the Tiger helicopter, once a symbol of air combat power, hangs … Read more
The French Navy’s 36F squadron has recently taken possession of the S-100 Camcopter drones, after 16 years of rigorous testing. These unmanned aircrafts are set to revolutionize naval operations with their unparalleled abilities to perform day and night, providing a significant operating range. S-100 Camcopter Drones: An Evolution in Naval Aviation The journey of the … Read more
Les eaux agitées de la mer Rouge ont récemment été le théâtre d’un conflit de drones. Les forces navales américaines et britanniques ont ainsi neutralisé 15 drones présumés hostiles. Suspension de la navigation dans le détroit Maersk et Hapag-Lloyd AG, deux géants mondiaux de l’armement maritime, ont interrompu la navigation de leurs navires dans le … 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