F-35 Lightning II

U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Deal Sparks Controversy in India

India’s opposition parties have mounted a vigorous campaign against the proposal to acquire the advanced F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, denouncing the agreement as an extravagant error fraught with the ongoing issues of American engineering. They caution that these expensive aircraft, which have faced numerous operational challenges, may turn into a significant liability instead of a strategic advantage. The competition for air superiority in India … Continue reading U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Deal Sparks Controversy in India

J-35A stealth aircraft

Pakistan Air Force Set to Achieve a “12-14 Year” Advantage Over India with the Acquisition of J-35A Fighters

Pakistan’s strategic decision to procure up to 40 J-35A fifth-generation fighter jets from China is poised to significantly alter the balance of air power in the region, providing its air force with a substantial advantage over its historical adversary, India. Retired Air Commodore Zia Ul Haque Shamshi, a former senior officer of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), emphasizes that the introduction of the advanced J-35A … Continue reading Pakistan Air Force Set to Achieve a “12-14 Year” Advantage Over India with the Acquisition of J-35A Fighters

Potential acquisition of the J-35 could enable the Pakistan Air Force to once again outpace the Indian Air Force

Pakistan is reportedly poised to acquire the J-35 fifth-generation stealth aircraft from China. This acquisition would once again place Pakistan ahead of India in the ongoing competition for advanced combat aircraft, a trend that has been evident since the mid-1950s when both nations began to develop their air forces. In 1953, India secured the Dassault Ouragans (Toofani), prompting Pakistan to swiftly respond by obtaining 102 … Continue reading Potential acquisition of the J-35 could enable the Pakistan Air Force to once again outpace the Indian Air Force

Chinese military aircraft fly in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, in this screengrab taken from a social media video released on December 26, 2024.

New images reveal innovative designs of Chinese military aircraft, according to experts

Images surfaced online on Friday depicting two seemingly new Chinese military aircraft featuring stealth characteristics. Defense analysts noted that while the designs appear advanced, the lack of detailed information prevents any definitive assessments. Both aircraft are tailless, lacking vertical stabilizers that typically aid in maintaining control. Instead, stability is managed by onboard computers that interpret the pilot’s inputs. The larger aircraft exhibits a diamond-like shape … Continue reading New images reveal innovative designs of Chinese military aircraft, according to experts

A visitor stands next to a CH-9 combat drone displayed at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China, in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, China.

Senior Russian official Shoigu attends the Zhuhai air show on its concluding day of trade

The trade segment of China‘s largest air show in Zhuhai concluded on a rainy Thursday, coinciding with the visit of Russia‘s Security Council secretary, just days after the Russian-made Su-57 stealth jet made its debut appearance outside of its home country. Military equipment was showcased in the exhibition hall, where it was observed by Sergei Shoigu, as reported by the state media outlet Global Times. … Continue reading Senior Russian official Shoigu attends the Zhuhai air show on its concluding day of trade

China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

In a recent series of military exercises conducted in the waters and airspace surrounding Taiwan, China showcased some of its latest strike aircraft, naval vessels, and missile systems. Among the most formidable assets displayed was an upgraded variant of a bomber that originally took to the skies during the early Cold War period. Similar to the United States, which continues to utilize enhanced versions of … Continue reading China’s Cold War-era bomber improves its capacity to target U.S. military installations

J-35A stealth aircraft

Zhuhai Air Show opened with major COMAC orders and a preview of a new spaceplane

China’s aerospace aspirations were prominently featured on the opening day of the Zhuhai air show, highlighted by COMAC’s announcement that Air China would be the inaugural customer for its C929 widebody jet. Additionally, a model of the nation’s first commercial uncrewed spaceplane was showcased. The event also featured impressive aerial displays, including performances by China‘s Bayi aerobatics team, which flew four J-20 stealth jets, and … Continue reading Zhuhai Air Show opened with major COMAC orders and a preview of a new spaceplane