US Air Force Warns of China’s Rapid Advances in Sixth-Generation Fighter Race
China’s racing ahead with a 6th-gen fighter jet, and the USAF warns we might not win. Can tech superiority keep us on top?
Tag: aerial warfare
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Tiny Jets, Giant Threat: Microjets Take on Drone Role in US Military Training
The US military adopts JSX-2 microjets to realistically simulate drone and cruise missile threats during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2.
Boeing to Develop Advanced E-7 Aircraft Under New Air Force Contract
US Air Force contracts Boeing for E-7 prototype, enhancing aerial surveillance and command capabilities to modernize military assets.
Boeing’s Revolver: A Hypersonic Revolution Takes Flight
Boeing’s Revolver system promises to revolutionize aerial warfare by transforming C-17s into hypersonic missile carriers.
US B-21 Raider vs. China’s H-20: A Tale of Two Stealth Bombers
The US B-21 Raider and China’s H-20 stealth bombers cast long shadows as the two countries vie for aerial dominance in the Indo-Pacific.
US Air Force Partners with Northrop Grumman for Next-Gen Targeting Pod Upgrade
The US Air Force’s LITENING pod upgrade with Northrop Grumman enhances precision targeting and redefines aerial warfare with advanced sensors.
Iran’s Power Play: Revealing Their Newest Air-Launched Ballistic Missile
Iran debuts its latest air-launched ballistic missile at an aerospace exhibition, sparking discussions on regional security and innovation.
US Air Force Ghostrider’s ‘Death Laser’ Weapon Yet Again Delayed
The persistent setbacks and uncertainties surrounding the US Air Force’s Airborne High Energy Laser (AHEL) project, slated for testing aboard the AC-130J Ghostrider, highlight the complex and evolving challenges in integrating cutting-edge technologies into modern warfare.
The Challenges and Controversies Surrounding the F-35 Program
The F-35 program redefines air dominance, merging tech and might, despite facing challenges along its journey.
SOFREP Pic of the Day: A Look at the Mirage 2000-5 Mk2 Jet Fighter
The Mirage 2000-5 Mk2 embodies the continuous evolution of the Mirage 2000 series, adapting to the modern battlefield with enhanced systems, armaments, and multirole capabilities, making it a formidable asset for air forces operating in diverse combat scenarios.
The Future of Aerial Warfare: Inside the LongShot Program’s Innovations
GA-ASI’s LongShot program takes flight, poised to revolutionize air combat with extended ranges and precision.
Soviet Air Power: Exploring the Legacy of the Ilyushin Il-4 Bomber
Amid the echoing roars of its more famed sibling, the Il-2, the Ilyushin Il-4’s symphony resonates as a tribute to human engineering and unwavering dedication, an unsung hero of the Eastern Front that wove its fate into the tapestry of World War II, a testament to an era marked by innovation and turbulent geopolitics.
