Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Sharif has officially confirmed the transfer of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets to the Azerbaijani Air Force. The aircraft had already appeared publicly on 8 November 2025 during a military parade in Baku, signaling the beginning of a significant modernization phase for Azerbaijan’s air capabilities. Five JF-17 Block III fighters took part ...
Dubai, UAE – Pakistan has successfully leveraged the global stage of the Dubai Airshow 2025 to advance the export prospects of its indigenously manufactured and co-developed multirole combat aircraft, the JF-17 Thunder. The highlight of the event was the official announcement of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with an unnamed “friendly nation” for the ...
Introduction The Sukhoi Su-75 “Checkmate,” first unveiled at the MAKS-2021 air show, has been positioned by the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) as a cost-effective, fifth-generation light tactical fighter aimed primarily at the export market. Marketing materials have consistently touted its high operational range, payload capacity, and advanced avionics suite. However, recent documentation surfacing within defense ...
The Beriev A-100 “Premier” represents the next evolutionary step in Russian Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) capabilities, designed to modernize the surveillance and command infrastructure of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS). Developed to succeed the long-serving Beriev A-50 and A-50U “Mainstay” aircraft, the A-100 is poised to significantly enhance the VKS’s ability to detect, ...
In a significant step for its domestic aviation sector, Iran has commenced test certification flights for the Simorgh light transport aircraft. The initiative, reported at the end of October, aims to secure a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the Civil Aviation Organization of Iran, a crucial milestone for the aircraft’s entry into service. The Simorgh, ...
Kyiv outlines an ambitious plan to modernize its Air Force with F-16, Gripen, and Rafale fighters. Kyiv, Ukraine — Ukraine has officially presented the concept for the renewal and modernization of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a major step toward transforming its aerial capabilities and aligning with NATO standards. The plan ...
Ukraine has officially announced its ambition to acquire up to 150 Saab Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, marking what could become the most significant combat aviation agreement in its history. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the first aircraft are expected to arrive as early as next year, describing the deal as a “historic step” in ...
A Ukrainian source has reportedly obtained access to classified Russian documents detailing procurement contracts for a wide range of missile systems. While the authenticity of the documents remains unverified and the files themselves have not been made public, the information offers a detailed look into Russia’s missile production volumes, costs, and modernization priorities for 2024–2026. ...
In recent months, an unusual tactic has gained attention on the battlefield: the so-called “pipe war.” This method involves the use of underground pipelines for troop movements, allowing forces to bypass enemy surveillance and drone threats. The latest reports indicate that Russian troops have revived this tactic in the Pokrovsky direction, raising new challenges for ...
The first prototype of the Yak-130M advanced trainer and light combat aircraft has been completed and is now ready for ground testing, marking a key milestone in Russia’s ongoing aircraft modernization efforts. The project is being developed by the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) under the Rostec State Corporation, with the aircraft built at the Irkutsk ...
