Amid shifts in international fighter procurement, French aerospace giant Dassault Aviation is actively offering its Rafale multirole fighter to Portugal and Canada as an alternative to Lockheed Martin’s F-35. The proposal closely follows Portugal’s recent decision to step back from acquiring the American fighter, citing strategic shifts favoring European defense…
Author: Leandro Maldonado
In a landmark decision shaping the future of American air power, the U.S. Air Force has officially selected Boeing to develop its Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter, designated as the F-47. This contract, fiercely contested with Lockheed Martin, represents one of the most significant U.S. defense procurement decisions in…
The recent tests conducted in Anápolis (GO) in February marked another step in the technology transfer process, with Brazilian and Swedish professionals collaborating to analyze the Gripen fighter’s performance under high temperature and altitude conditions. Over five days, the Gripen 4100, used by the Gripen Flight Test Center (GFTC) in…
In a significant technical achievement, the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) delivered the F-5FM fighter jet (serial FAB 4808) back to the 1° Grupo de Aviação de Caça (1° GAVCA) at Santa Cruz Air Base, Rio de Janeiro, following an unprecedented structural repair at Parque de Material Aeronáutico de São Paulo…
Ukraine may be on track to receive additional Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets from countries currently operating the platform, following remarks made by French President Emmanuel Macron. While France has already committed to transferring a number of its own Mirage 2000-5 aircraft, Macron’s latest statement hints at ongoing diplomatic efforts to…
In a notable strategic realignment, Portugal’s Defense Minister, Nuno Melo, confirmed the abandonment of plans to acquire the American Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet. This decision reflects significant shifts in Portugal’s geopolitical stance, influenced by uncertainties stemming from the Trump administration and the evolving multipolar global landscape. Historically reliant on…
Natal, Brazil – November 3, 2024 – Today marks the official start of CRUZEX 2024, the much-anticipated multinational air warfare exercise hosted by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) at Natal Air Base in Rio Grande do Norte. Running from November 3 to 15, CRUZEX brings together 16 nations, making it…
The first Group of Communication and Control (1st GCC) conducted a major operation to relocate the TPS-B34M air defense radar, through its Squadrons. Previously located at Santa Maria Air Force Base (RS) in support of the Brazilian Aerospace Defense System (SISDABRA), the equipment has been transported to Caicó (RN), where…
As Brazil assesses pathways to modernize its air capabilities, discussions around the Leonardo M-346 jet have surfaced as a possible solution to fill gaps left by its aging fleet of AMX aircraft. While no formal acquisition is in place, there is speculation that the M-346 could be on the agenda…
The Brazilian Air Force (FAB), in an ongoing demonstration of Brazil’s humanitarian commitment, continues to play a pivotal role in delivering aid and repatriating citizens affected by the crisis in Lebanon. On October 26, FAB transported 16.8 tons of essential supplies, including 400,000 vials of midazolam donated by Brazil’s Ministry…