Military & Defence Air Systems

See what the sixth generation US fighter will look like

The next-gen American fighter (6th generation) will have two engines, according to a USAF report. However, information is scarce and speculations a many.

KF-21 Boramae fighter will change the defenses of Korea and Indonesia

South Korea's long-awaited 4++ generation multi-role fighter is ready. The prototype of the KF-21 Boramae fighter was presented at an official ceremony at the headquarters of the Korean company Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) in Sachon, South Gyeongsang Province.

F-35 is like a Ferrari – you only drive it on Sundays, but not every one

Criticism of the US stealth fighter of the fifth-generation F-35 does not stop - on international and local level. The F-35 is becoming an unsalvageable project

F-35 vs. F-22 – a dogfight between the best stealth fighters

F-35 vs. F-22 It is easy to compare on paper two fighters from different countries. It is much more challenging to pit against products of the same country

US AGM-183A hypersonic missile test unsuccessful

In any case, on April 5, what was to be the first firing of an AGM-183A by a B-52H Stratofortress bomber ended on a sour note: it was not possible to go to the end of the launch sequence of this hypersonic missile, for the reason that the US Air Force did not specify.

Swedes tested a 3D printed external hatch of their Gripen

On March 19 this year, in the sky over Linköping, Saab Gripen conducted a successful flight test with an aircraft that had been "repaired" by a printed 3D external component.

Ukraine needs new fighter jets, France offers it Rafale

Since last year, the Ukrainian government has declared its desire for the country to acquire fighter jets in the coming years to blacken Russian MiG-29s. The French portal opex360.com reports that Paris is ready to offer a suitable offer for their Rafal.

US military’s fifth-generation stealth F-35 fighter shot itself

The Drive magazine reveals an incident that occurred on March 12 this year with the fifth-generation F-35 fighter of the US Air Force. During a night training flight at the Yuma Range in Arizona, a 25 mm projectile exploded shortly after leaving the barrel of the GAU-22A cannon.

US influence doesn’t allow China to have its own fighter

China's aviation industry has a problem: it has two stealth fighters of its own, developed in-house, but the associated engine is still lacking. With the purchase of the Ukrainian company Motor Sitsch, the Chinese wanted to change that. But the deal failed.

Korea buys US AGM-114R Hellfire missiles for $36M

The Republic of Korea plans to buy 288 AGM-114R Hellfire missiles from Lockheed Martin in a deal worth a total of $ 26 million. The US State Department announced this after publishing an official announcement on the Defense Security Cooperation Agency website.

Germany pays $1,8B for 5 patrol aircraft and C4ISR equipment

The German government has expressed a desire to purchase new patrol planes and reconnaissance equipment for them, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned. The US State Department has accepted the application and approved the sale.

Ukrainians want to buy F-35, Russia encourages them to do so

The command of the air forces of Ukraine has unveiled a new development plan. Until 2035, the Air Force dreams of acquiring foreign fighters of the 4++ generation and the most modern American "stealth" F-35s of the fifth generation.

Things are not going well: F-35 has risen in price by $1,9B

The new U.S. government reporting report shows an increase in the expected cost of upgrading the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. They (expected costs) increased by nearly $ 2 billion (1.9) for one year. GAO presented the report on March 18th.

Source: Turkey didn’t supply Bayraktar TB2 UAVs to Ukraine

A source from the Turkish military-industrial complex did not confirm RIA Novosti's media reports about the delivery to Ukraine of at least 30 Bayraktar TB2 attack drones. According to military experts, these drones could be located in the area of ​​the demarcation zone in Donbas, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US and Norway will build an engine for hypersonic weapons

The US Department of Defense and the Norwegian Ministry of Defense announced the beginning of cooperation in developing a promising solid-fuel ramjet engine that both countries could use in supersonic and hypersonic weapons, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia’s Okhotnik stealth UAV will unleash its potential this year

Russia will conduct a series of tests on its unmanned stealth aerial vehicle S-70 Okhotnik, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned. According to the Russian news agency RIA Novosti, in the middle of 2021, the Russian stealth drone's second prototype will be released from the Novosibirsk Aviation Plant Chkalov.

Nigeria buys 24 Italian M-346 Master light combat aircraft

Talks with Leonardo are in progress. In service, the M-346s would replace the old Dassault / Dornier Alpha Jet aircraft. At the moment, no detailed information is available on the terms and costs of the transaction.

Su-57 became a reason for Turkey to tease Russia and US

Will Turkey get access to Russia's most critical military-technical secrets? And why is Ankara teasing Moscow at all with the possibility of concluding a new and costly contract for military equipment purchase?

Latest Syrian MiG-29SMT fighters are accurate and dangerous

Syria received dozens of fighter jets from the Russian Federation last year. They are model MiG-29 SMT. We know about the Russian fighter's combat capabilities from this model, but the SMT version differs significantly.

US received the first fighter launching hypersonic missiles

The international media widely covered the F-15EX. In recent months, Washington has focused on him. On March 10, the US Air Force received its first fighter of this type. The plane took off directly from the Boeing St. Louis plant and landed at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.

Plan B for the French next generation fighter jet

The president of the French aviation giant Dassault Aviation Eric Trappier, complained at a press conference about problems with the "European" Next Generation Fighter (NGF) program, which in turn is part of the FCAS (Future Combat Air System) developed by France, Germany, and Spain

Russian drone will control a swarm of strike drones, source said

According to an informal conversation, he confirmed that Moscow is already developing a Russian drone. UAV Thunder will control a swarm of other drones that are also currently in production - Lightning.

Historic landing of the US B-1B Lancer in the Arctic [photos]

It was one of four B-1B Lancers currently in Norway on an Allied mission during which they operated, among others, together with Norway, Denmark, Germany, and Poland. Also, this is the first time that these machines have been introduced in Norway.

Russia sent its latest attack drone Altius to fight in Syria

The Russian Federation has most likely deployed its latest development in attacking drones at the airport in Kmeimim airbase, Syria. It's about the Sokol Altius medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle.

Greece can buy F-35 fighters, but not earlier than in five years

US Ambassador to Greece Jeffrey Payat has signaled that the Balkan country could acquire fifth-generation F-35 stealth fighters. That's what he said this Thursday, March 4th.

Attacking light helicopters will launch kamikaze drones

A memorandum of understanding has been signed between a South Korean and an Israeli company, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, citing international media, including Defense News.

Luftwaffe’s Tornado fighter lost two bombs in flight

During a drill over the Nordhorn ridge in Lower Saxony, a Luftwaffe Tornado fighter lost two training bombs. The Bundeswehr has assembled the bombshells, the investigation continues. This case was not the first one of its kind in Nordhorn.

Belarus wants Su-30SM fighter jets, but free of charge

A meeting between Russia and Belarus in the field of military cooperation was held recently. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko asked his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for Su-30 fighters, but free of charge.

Australia is paying $ 115 million for three new autonomous drones

On March 2 this year, the "kangaroos" signed a contract with Boeing to purchase three Loyal Wingman drones. The exciting thing, in this case, is that the deal took place a few days after the first flight of the machine.

Swedish design, American engine – Boeing’s T-7A Red Hawk will fly

Boeing announced the start of series production of the T-7A Red Hawk advanced training aircraft and, therefore, the first steps taken to this end on American soil. Earlier, production of some of their components had begun at the Swedish plant, Saab.

New 5th-Gen fighter will take over the markets [photos]

The long-awaited premiere of the South Korean fifth-generation fighter KAI KF-X will take place in April this year. The local arms supply agency announced the news. Production of the KAI KF-X prototype is going according to plan.

‘Lightning’ – the new Russian military supersonic drone

After information emerged that the Russian military was developing and probably already creating the latest supersonic unmanned aerial vehicle, "Lightning," a supposed image of this UAV appeared, BulgarianMilitary.com learned, quoting the Russian edition Aviapro.

Turkey: Russian EW systems cannot stop Bayraktar TB2

Baykar Defence CEO Haluk Bayraktar claims that Russian e-war systems cannot handle Turkish Bayraktar TB2 drones, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Russian newspaper Vzglyad.

US Air Force will receive 400 ‘reaching Russia’ stealth missiles

The US Air Force will receive 400 AGM-158B JASSM-ER stealth cruise missiles "capable of reaching Russia" by mid-2025, the American edition Janes reported.

Lockheed-made CH-53K helicopter will fly with an Israeli flag

The Lockheed Martin Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion will be the Israeli army's new heavy-duty helicopter. The Israeli Government decided on February 25th. Only two participants were admitted to the tender for new helicopters in the final, the second being the Boeing CH-47 Chinook helicopter.

Russia is ready to negotiate with Turkey for fighter jets

Russia has again stated its readiness to start negotiations with Turkey for the production and supply of 4 ++ and fifth-generation fighters .

Pentagon: F-16 fighter jets could replace F-35s in the USAF

Lockheed Martin and the production of fifth-generation F-35 fighters for the US military are facing difficult times. The Pentagon considers a strange decision - to replace the F-35s scheduled for replenishment in the US Army with the latest version of the F-16

India buys the Su-57 if it’s armed with a BrahMos missile

Russian sources claim that the Indians are ready to buy a large quantity of the Russian Su-57 fighter if the Russians manage to adapt it for use with the BrahMos supersonic rocket, and in the future for the next generation of the same missile.

Japan invests $150M in a new plane to ‘burn’ enemy electronics

Approximately $ 150 million will invest the Land of the Rising Sun in developing a new aircraft for conducting electronic warfare, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, citing Naked Science.

India spent $1B to upgrade its MiG-29s and wants more jets

It is still unclear whether the Indian government is ready to place an order with Russia for new MiG-29 and Su-30MKI fighters, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, citing information from Russian media and a statement by the Indian ambassador to Moscow.

Russia: the F-15EX gives US completely different capabilities

The USAF successfully tested a prototype of the deeply modernized F-15EX fighter in the USA. The event is significant for the American defense industry - the last "fifteenth" entered the army almost 20 years ago.

Vertical take-off UAVs into service in Canadian Coast Guard

Drones with vertical take-off are entering the service of the Canadian Coast Guard, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned. The information became clear on February 12, after Kongsberg Geospatial published a press release on its website.

Jordan pays $60M for an F-16 training center, and US agreed

Jordan wants an F-16 training center, and the US Department of Defense has agreed on $ 60 million. The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency does confirm the news. This agency is a part of the US Department of Defense.

Spy microdrones in the French army is growing extremely fast

The French army continues to increase its flotilla of microdrones. The Belgian newspaper Army Recognitions announces a new order for 50 Novadem microdrones.

F-35s with low combat capability and engines shortage

The US Air Force is facing a severe problem in early 2021. The maintenance of the fleet of nearly 375 F-35 stealth fighters of the US Air Force suffers from a severe shortage of engines, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia builds three more stealth heavy S-70 Okhotnik UAVs

The Novosibirsk Aviation Plant Chkalov (NAZ) builds three more prototypes of the heavy drone S-70 Okhotnik, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, citing a source from the military-industrial complex and the Russian media RIA Novosti.

Modern fighters without Russia? China begins to produce engines

The Chinese company Aviation Power, owned by the Aero Engine Corporation of China (AVIC), has announced that it has completed a new production line for third-generation "medium traction" jet engines, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

New US attack helicopters are looking for next-gen ammunition

n 2022, the U.S. military plans to conduct test shootings on its latest attacking helicopters. To that end, Joe Biden's administration is looking for a manufacturer to provide the new helicopters with more precise long-range ammunition.

Is China ending the production of key fighter jets?

More than 30 Chengdu J-10 Měnglóng combat aircraft of the latest C version standing on the parking areas of Chengdu Aerospace Corporation plants

Su-57 fighter jet flies without pilot assistance, Sukhoi says

The fifth-generation fighter Su-57 was equipped with a cockpit with the most automated processes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the magazine "New Horizons",

US and NATO with intelligence missions in the Balkans

A squadron of MQ-9 Reaper aircraft is launching regular reconnaissance and surveillance missions in the Balkans and the region to support NATO and alliance operations.

Mk III light helicopter will guard the coasts of India

The Mk III light helicopter will guard India's coast after the Indian Navy, and the country's coast guard received an updated and better version of the plane, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Why the Russian Su-35 is a better fighter than the American F-15?

Russia's fourth-generation Su-35 fighter surpasses the American F-15 in many ways and "holds the crown of the best fighter," learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the article in The National Interest.

Pentagon: Turkey is a valuable ally but will not receive F-35s

In recent weeks, US President Joe Biden's administration has revoked dozens of decrees and decisions of the previous administration. This is not the case with Turkey and its exclusion from the program for a multi-purpose stealth fighter of the fifth-generation F-35.

Belarus buys 8 Su-30SM fighter jets from Russia

Minsk will have to pay approximately $ 400 million to Moscow to acquire eight different 4th generation Su-30SM fighters. Sources of the Russian news agency Aviapro claim that the deal is already finalized.

France bought new Rafales to replace the ‘Greek’ fighters

Dassault Aviation has received a contract from the French Ministry of Armed Forces to supply 12 new Dassault Rafale multirole fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

New talks between Russia and India for Su-57E purchase

Russia's Aviapro news agency reports that new talks have taken place between Russia and India over Russian Su-57E fighters from New Delhi. The talks took place during the international exhibition in India - AeroIndia 2021.

India arms its Tejas fighter with a supersonic missile

Indian Air Force fighter Tejas could launch a BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, said Alexander Maksichev, co-director of the Russian-Indian company BrahMos Aerospace, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Finnish Air Force prepares for the purchase of the century

The Finnish Armed Forces have issued formal invitations to tender for a new generation fighter's final bid. This tender is part of a more comprehensive policy related to the HX program - the successor to the F / A-18C / D Hornet aircraft currently operated in this country.

Turkey will extend the service life of its F-16 fighter jets

At this stage, Ankara has no clear idea of ​​which aircraft will build the Turkish fleet of next-generation fighters. That is why the Turkish government has decided to extend the existing F-16 Block 30 fighters' service life.

Iran will continue to develop and upgrade its attacking aircraft, MoD said

Despite the sanctions, Iran will continue to develop in the air force sector, upgrading its aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles. This statement was made by the Iranian Minister of Defense, Brigadier General Amir Khatami

‘Flying computer’ F-35 goes to universities for independent assessment

The "flying computer" will be evaluated by software experts in applied physics at Johns Hopkins University, Carnegie Mellon University's University of Software Engineering, and the Georgia Institute for Technical Research.

Su-57 in Turkey? Experts believe it’s possible to happen in 2024

Military experts and analysts, mostly Russians, believe Ankara could acquire Russian 4 ++ Su-57 fighters by mid-2024. BulgarianMilitary.com learned this based on an analytical comment from the Russian media Aviapro.

Boeing received a license to sell the F-15EX to India

Two US fighter jets will bid for a medium-sized aircraft for the Indian Air Force. In addition to the F-21, the advanced version of the F-16 will also be the F-15.

Rostec intends to create a much more powerful Hermes missile system

Increasing the Russian missile complex Hermes' combat power is part of the plans of the state-owned company Rostec. This information was provided by Bekhan Ozdoev, who is the industrial director of the Rostek weapons complex.

First Danish F-35 has been completed, and its flight is planning for spring

Lockheed Martin has announced the completion of the first F-35A Lightning II construction for the Danish Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Saudis and UAE have to wait – Biden froze the F-35 sale

The United Arab Emirates will have to wait for the official announcement of the purchase of fifth-generation F-35 fighters and MQ-9 Reaper drones. The administration of US President Joe Biden has temporarily frozen the deal.

It’s possible now for Russia to send a Tu-22M3 bomber to Syria

In this case, however, it is not a question of strengthening Russia's positions in the region or an impending air attack but of the runway's technical capabilities at Khmeimim airbase.

Will Iraq replace the US F-16s with Russian MiG-29s and Su-57s?

A lot of manipulative information has been circulating in the Russian media over the past few months. Some say Baghdad intends to replace its existing F-16 squadrons with Russian MiG-29s.

Bulgaria with interest in buying Turkish Bayraktar TB2 UAVs

The Turkish publication Haber 7 published an interesting article claiming that the Bulgarian government is interested in purchasing at least six Bayraktar TB2 attacking drones.

Russia’s new system prevents MiG fighters from spinning

Russian MiGs: MiG-29 and MiG-35 fighters now have a local patented system that significantly limits the aircraft's load and prevents it from falling into a spin. TASS news agency published this news a few days ago.

No more speculation – Russia is working on a next-gen interceptor

Russia's state-owned company Rostec has officially confirmed that the company is already working hard to develop a next-generation interceptor fighter, the MiG-41.

Egypt has F-16s and MiG-29s. How did this paradox come about?

Egypt currently has an air flotilla of two types of fighters - the F-16C Fighting Falcon and Russian MiG-29. It calls the fighter with similar characteristics.

On his way out of the White House, Trump sold 50 F-35 fighters to the UAE

According to reports in Reuters and Defense News, former US President Donald Trump has issued a decree confirming the sale of 50 F-35 fighters to the UAE.

Russian Su-57 fighter jet will be the 5th-gen only in 2022

The Russian edition Reporter published an article about the new Russian engine's expectations and stages for the Su-57 fighter. As we have repeatedly mentioned, the Russian Su-57 fighter is still difficult to qualify as a fifth-generation fighter.

Fighter is wanted. Will the French ‘sell’ the MiG-29 to India?

India is urgently looking for a fighter, and France may push the Indians back into the Russians' arms. A similar analysis is made by the Russian author Dmitry Sikorsky in his article.

Russia focuses on aerial swarms and attacking UAVs

After the armed forces saturated with small platforms, now mainly extensive reconnaissance and strike airframes and their guided weapons are being developed.

Greece wants its Rafale fighter jets ‘armed to the teeth’

Greek parliament voted to buy French Rafale fighter jets. In addition to 18 aircraft, including six new ones, the deal will also include long-range missiles.

Unknown fighters appeared at the Russian base in Syria

Six MiG-29 fighters of unknown affiliation at the Russian Khmeimim airbase in Syria. The information comes from satellite images of the region in Syria.

What does the NGAD super-fighter mean for F-35’s future?

The life cycle costs of the F-35 aircraft are still too high, and therefore the US Air Force will not be able to purchase these A-version aircraft in the estimated number of 1763 copies.

India is spending nearly $6 billion on new fighter jets

India is buying 83 Tejas light fighters for 45,696 crore , according to an official statement from the Indian embassy in Bulgaria.

Russian fighter of unknown generation in response to the F-22

For almost two years, we and other media worldwide have been continuously writing about the Russian Su-57 fighter. We have traced its ups and downs.

Russian Arctic interceptor MiG-41 with already 200 tests

In recent weeks, since the beginning of the Christmas holidays, Russian media continue to claim that the interceptor MiG-41 has already passed more than 200 successful tests.

Top 5 fastest active fighter jets in the world

There are the top 5 fastest active fighter jets in the world. It's no secret that airplanes are the quickest mode of transport. In this case, speed is a decisive factor in the military industry.

Is Tejas Mk2 fighter the future of the Indian Air Force?

The Tejas Mk2 fighter is key to the Indian military industry. There are only two possibilities - a successful project or bankrupt companies.

Japan to have unmanned attack fighter jet in 2035, MoD said

The Japanese Ministry of Defense is planning significant investments in its air force. According to Junnosuke Kobara, author of the Japanese online publication Nikkei Asia, the Land of the Rising Sun is beginning to develop unmanned attack fighter.

Turkish drones and F-16 fighters could be deployed in Nagorno-Karabakh

Ankara could deploy Turkish drones and F-16s in Karabakh. The Turkish media circulated similar information after a speech by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.

New missiles for the Queen’s fighters. Britain spends half a billion on them

The British F-35B will soon be equipped with a new batch of air-to-surface missiles worth a total of about half a billion British pounds, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Serbs did hit two US F-117s, one of the pilots confirmed

The Serbs did hit two US F-117s, one of the pilots confirmed. During Operation Allied Force in March 1999, Serbian air defense managed to hit not one, as reported so far, but two F-117 Nighthawk bombers.

Israel wants more F-35s and the reason could be the United Arab Emirates

Israel wants more F-35s. Benny Gantz, Israel's defense minister, said that he would want to buy an additional, third, F-35I Adir multi-role aircraft squadron for his country

USAF launches robot quadcopter to guard a military air base

USAF launches robot quadcopter to guard a military air base. An autonomous robot quadrocopter has been launched to guard Travis Air Force Base's perimeter Base in California

New high-precision Russian bombs are causing jealousy in US

New high-precision Russian bombs are causing jealousy in US. According to journalist Tùng Dương, Russia has a much cheaper solution than the United States when attacking terrorists or insurgents.

US buys Russian aircraft and helicopters for its Marines

US buys Russian aircraft and helicopters for its Marines, according to published US DoD request, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Italian news agency AnalisiDifesa.

Winged ‘strategist’ from Russia impressed Chinese military experts

Winged 'strategist' from Russia impressed Chinese military experts, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Sohu. New generation strategic bombers will significantly strengthen Russia's nuclear triad.

Kuwait buys Apache helicopters from the United States for nearly $ 4 billion

Kuwait buys AH-64E Apache helicopters from the US for nearly $ 4 billion, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a press release from the US State Department.

Unmanned helicopters ‘baits’ were delivered to the Russian army

Unmanned helicopters "baits" were delivered to the Russian army. Rostec announced that it had provided the Russian Federation's armed forces with the first batch of a new type of vertical take-off unmanned aerial vehicles to test new weapon systems' effectiveness.

Boeing vs. MiG – Russia’s arms market in India is shaken

Boeing vs. MiG is the technological dispute that has been going on between two giants for a long time in India. The American company is about to violate Moscow's military dominance in the country.

Sixth-gen fighter – US is preparing destructive technology

6th-gen fighter is preparing to be bold, destructive, and self-regulating. This answer is what the United States is preparing in response to its opponents.

F-22 Raptor: small fleet, big performance and the best fighter jet in the world

Only 187 production aircraft of the Lockheed-Martin F-22, by far the best fighter in the world, were built for the US Air Force by 2012. F-22 Raptor must keep the crown jewel in tip-top shape for decades to come. Another series of production seems possible.

United States is changing the game – microwave ‘weapons’ on their fighters

Now the Pentagon is working on the possibility of placing energy weapons on fighters, and earlier test launches of missiles with microwave warheads from strategic B-52 bombers took place, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Philippines is close to deciding whether to buy 16 Mil Mi-171 helicopters

The Philippines is close to deciding whether to purchase 16 Mil Mi-171 helicopters from Russia to meet a longstanding Philippine Air Force requirement to acquire new medium-heavy category helicopters

Israeli company is modernizing Romanian training and combat aircraft

The Israeli company Elbit System has announced that it has concluded a contract worth 37 million dollars for the first phase of the modernization of Romanian IAR-99 training and training aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Germany received its 36th A400M, but the transporter still has problems to solve

With a total of 53 copies ordered, Germany's armed forces are the largest users of the turboprop transporter. Airbus sees itself on course - and still has big plans for the A400M.

Israeli company will upgrade the Ukrainian MiG-29 fighters next year

In an interview with journalists from the Defense-Express news portal, Ukraine's deputy defense minister was responsible for modernization programs. The arms industry announced plans to modernize selected combat aircraft types for the next 15 years.

Russia’s Su-57 fighter jet is modern and threatens NATO assets, the NI said

The American expert and author Mark Episkopos pay attention to his new article on the National Interest of the Russian Su-57 fighter. According to him, the Russian Su-57 fighter is a successful project that will pose a real threat to NATO.

Greek Rafale is getting closer – the agreement is expected before Christmas

According to the Greek media, the contract for 18 Dassault Rafale fighters' supply is to be signed before the upcoming holidays, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Lockheed and Mitsubishi will make the new Japanese fighter of the future

Lockheed Martin has been chosen as a significant partner of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in the Japanese F-X fighter program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24 and according to report from Nikkei.com.

Russians and Ukrainians are fighting over two Afghan helicopter maintenance

At first, glance sounds like the plot of a rather dull soap opera contains many explosives in terms of content. Specifically, the dispute is about two Mi-17V-5s of the Afghan Air Force.

Russia blames Israel for the UAE’s decision not to buy Russian Su-57 fighters

The Russian news agency Avipro comes out with a short material about the United Arab Emirates' decision not to buy the Su-57 fighters offered by Moscow, generation 4 ++ - Su-57, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Moscow claims that a Russian air defense system has hit an Israeli F-35

According to the information spread in the Israeli media, just before returning to the Nevatim airbase, located in the Negev desert, two flocks of birds hit the fighter and caused damage.

Arms embargo on Saudi Arabia bankrupt a German UAV producer

The reason is the embargo announced by the federal government on the sale of drones to Saudi Arabia, which was one of its clients, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Russian stealth drone S-70 Okhotnik flies as an interceptor [video]

Russia's large combat drone, the Sukhoi S-70 "Ochotnik," could also take on the role of an interceptor in the future, learned Bulgarian Military.com citing FlugRevue.

Russia says it has tested Kalashnikov combat drones in Syria

In reality, the tests were the last stage before the drones' official launch, as it is about their participation in real combat missions in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing TASS.

Truth or rumors – Algeria ‘buys’ 14 Su-57 fighter jets, Russian sources say

Since the end of last year, the Russian media claims that one of the first countries to buy Russian Su-57 fighters is Algeria. We reviewed Russian information sources in the last 24 hours and found a lot of talk about ordering 14 Su-57 fighter jets.

Wasted money: what kind of weapon does Russia need against UAVs?

Russian enterprises have begun developing the latest long-range radar surveillance complex based on a helicopter-type unmanned aerial vehicle, according some media.

Japan will have ‘invisible’ missiles for their fifth-generation F-35 fighters

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace announced that it had signed a contract with Japan worth NOK 820 million for the supply of JSM missiles for the 5th generation F-35A Lightning II machines

French and German fighter jets will be equiped with the new MK82-EP bombs

The French procurement authority Direction Générale de l'Armement (DGA), has ordered the first series of the MK82-EP, which intends for the Mirage 2000 and Rafale fighter jets

Will the UAE acquire F-35s and Reaper drones? Lawmakers will try to stop the deal

Defense News publishes a detailed article on the possibility for the UAE to purchase fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets, Reaper drones, and ammunition from the United States.

Bulgarian MoD continues to hide who is absorbing $62M in anticipation of the F-16s

Bulgarian Ministry of Defense continues to hide and not provide information on how the $62 million for constructing the infrastructure at the base in Graf Ignatievo for the new F-16 fighters is using

Italian Air Force receives its first HH-139B search and rescue helicopters

15 ° Stormo (wing) of the Italian Air Force received the first Leonardo HH-139B search and rescue helicopters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing Defence24. This delivery is also the first of a batch of 17 machines ordered last year.

Poland buys three new engines for its MiG-29 fighter jets

Poland's WZL 2 S.A., signed contracts worth $8 million million with the 3rd Regional Logistics Base for the supply of three RD-33 Series 2 turbojet engines for the MiG-29 fighters currently in service with the Polish Armed Forces

The growing role of contractors in the ‘drone war’

In recent weeks Turkish and Israeli drones purchased by the Azeris have wreaked havoc on Armenian tanks, artillery, and infantry in the disputed Nagorno Karabakh region.

Britain targets Turkish fighter jets of the future

Russia's oldest geopolitical rival, Great Britain, has found a new way to defend its interests with someone else's hands. The conclusion has drawn from many aspects of military-technological cooperation between London and Ankara.

New ‘super agile multipurpose fighters’ for the Russian Air Force

Russia's state-owned aircraft construction holding UAC has handed over three brand new Su-35S to the Russian Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing FlugRevue.

Estonia, Norway and the United Kingdom in the airmobile combat drone program

Norwegian Kongsberg has joined the program to create a dump platform for the THeMIS unmanned land platform, implemented by the British IrvinGQ and the Estonian Milrem Robotics, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

American B-1B Lancer bomber will carry more cruise missiles

The US Air Force conducted tests with the B-1B Lancer bomber to increase the number of AGM-158 JASSM cruise missiles to 36. Interestingly, the missile was hung on a pylon commonly used to carry the Sniper-XR surveillance pod.

Ukrainian Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles with increased control range

Ukrainian tactical unmanned aerial vehicles Bayraktar TB2 conduct exercises together with artillery and aviation at the Shirokolanski training ground in the vicinity of Mikolaevo, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US turned F-35 into a bomber capable of dropping a supersonic nuclear bomb [video]

According to information spread in a number of Western online publications, the test was performed at an altitude of 3,000 meters about 42 seconds of the nuclear missile to hit the target.

US maneuver with sale of F-16s to Morocco pushes Algeria to buy Russian Su-57

A US maneuver with the sale of F-16 aircraft to Morocco helped Russia find a client for the Su-57 fighter. Such data are cited by the African media, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing PolitRussia.

Su-35 against stealth – Russian fighter would not survive in the era of stealth

The American edition of the National Interest published an extensive and detailed report on the capabilities of the Russian Su-35 fighter and its capabilities in a battle against the American F-22 or F-35

‘Sayonara Phantom’ – Japan retired its last F-4EJ supersonic fighter jets

Japan's Air Force officially retired its last Phantom fighter jets on November 20 with a live broadcast ceremony. The McDonnell F-4 flew for the Japanese for almost half a century - now the two-seater is passing the baton on to the F-35

Main combat helicopter of China is a copy of the American Black Hawk

This machine, whose appearance has been known for several years, but was presented to the public for the first time during last year's parade, is now officially anointed as the future workhorse of the Chinese People's Liberation Army

Budget for billions, and US military aviation is “miserable”

On November 19, the he Government Accounting Office , better known in Europe as the Court of Auditors, poured a "cold shower" on US military aircraft and "landed" political rhetoric over the years.

Europe begins developing a next-generation medium-lift helicopter

In the coming years, five European countries will develop and produce a next-generation helicopter for their needs as members of the Atlantic Alliance , learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Afghanistan ordered 15 ScanEagle UAVs from the US Boeing Insitu

The US Department of Defense has given the green light to an order from Afghanistan for the production and purchase of unmanned aerial vehicles for the needs of the Afghan army

Hungary bought two Brazilian military Embraer C-390 Millennium air tankers

It became clear only three days ago that Hungary was the second foreign customer to buy two tankers of the same model and would expect their delivery over the next three years, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Brazil plans to start developing and manufacturing a hybrid military aircraft

One of the largest airlines in the world - the Brazilian Embraer intends to begin development and production of a hybrid aircraft, which will have its military and civilian variety and will have the characteristic of short takeoff or STOUT

New air-to-surface missile for the French attacking Tiger helicopters

France is launching a procedure to develop a new air-to-surface missile for its attacking Tiger helicopters, the French Minister of Defense announced, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Greece officially asked to buy stealth F-35 fighters from the United States

Greece has officially sent a request to the United States for the acquisition of 18-24 stealth multi-role fighter-bomber F-35 from 2021, reports the newspaper Proto Thema, citing information from the Greek Ministry of Defense

Four US companies will develop artificial intelligence for the military

The four US companies Boeing, EpiSci, Heron Systems, physicsAI and the Georgia Institute of Technology were selected by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop artificial intelligence for the US military

US will test an unmanned version of Black Hawk helicopter with voice commands

After announcing at the beginning of the year that the Russians had tested unmanned mode on a prototype of the Su-57, today we learned that US military will begin unmanned tests of the helicopter UH-60A Black Hawk.

China may buy Su-57s, but will use them for other purposes, the United States said

Mark believes that Beijing needs to improve the design of its J-20 and Su-57 is perhaps the right solution for this. The two fighters have completely different functionality and that is why they are very different from each other.

New version of the 5th-generation F-35 stealth fighter arrives in Israel for testing

Many military experts from both countries call the F-35I Adir "unique", but so far no one wants to reveal exactly what the fighter's new features are and what its uniqueness lies.

Japanese self-defense fleet has acquired five new ‘submarine hunters’

BulgarianMilitary.com learned through a post on the official Twitter account of the Japanese Navy that the Land of the Rising Sun has not one, but five brand new Japanese-made submarine-hunting aircraft.

Russian Tu-160M2 bomber flies with new engines for the first time

Now the Tu-160M2 celebrated its second maiden flight at the same location - this time with the new NK-32-02 turbofans from Kuznetsov, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing FlugRevue.de.

Turkish army will use transport and logistic drones in the near future

Turkish company TAI is working on the development of the so-called cargo drones, which will aim to provide logistics and transport of various cargoes in conflict battle zones

COVID-19 postponed the restart of F-35 Lightning II full production again

The news was confirmed both by the US Department of Defense, which decided to postpone the production again, and by a number of American and international media.

US will hunt Russian submarines using MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones

According to observers, drones will be used to solve the assigned tasks, which can carry out visual observation of submarines, as well as receive signals from special buoys and other sensors.

Ukraine unveils its own new reconnaissance and strike UAV Sokol-300

The Ukrainian design office KB "Lucz" presented the "Sokol-300" reconnaissance and strike unmanned aerial vehicle, which was to be premiered during the Arms and Security 2020 exhibition in Kiev, which was canceled due to the pandemic

Germany is investing in the Luftwaffe. Billions of euros for new fighter jets

The budget committee of the German parliament has agreed to spend up to 5.5 billion euros to acquire a party of 38 new Eurofighter Typhoon fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

India believes that Russian Su-57 fighter is a serious competitor to the F-35

Russia has started mass production of the Russian fighter of the latest generation Su-57, and according to comments from the Russian Ministry of Defense, the first unit is expected to be delivered to the Russian Air Force at the end of the year

Romania will modernize its F-16 fighter jets, the US State Department announced

The US State Department has approved the sale of modernization packages and work on the Romanian F-16 multi-role aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Polish news agency Defence24.

Stalemate for the US: UAE wants F-35 stealth fighters, Israel wants F-22 Raptor

UAE is expected to receive up to 50 Lockheed Martin F-35s soon. This is a topic of conversation about Israel's supremacy in the Middle East. The Israelis want to seize the opportunity - and are courting the United States for the F-22 Raptor

Indian Navy could acquire the F/A-18 Super Hornet, the United States said

The American military magazine National Interest claims that there is a great reality that the Indian Navy will acquire the American F / A-18 Super Hornet, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkish drone Aksungur is a real threat for Russian T-90 and T-14 Armata tanks

With a lot of arrogance and arrogance after the successes of the Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles in Armenia, the Turks took … a large force and threaten to destroy Russian tanks, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Top 5 most powerful nuclear bombs in the world

In the middle of the last century, the Americans used atomic bombs against Japan for the first time. From that moment on, the world became different. There is a real danger of the destruction of our civilization.

Su-33 Navy Flanker-D – Russian 4 generation fighter jet [review]

The Sukhoi Su-33 is a variant of the Sukhoi Su-27 air superiority fighter, which was specially designed for use on aircraft carriers.

Mitsubishi was chosen to make the next generation Japanese fighter jet

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has been designated as the prime contractor for the Japanese F-X's next-generation fighter program, the Japanese Defense Ministry said

Bulgaria will receive two F-16 fighters from the US completely free of charge

Bulgarian media have reported in recent days that the US government will donate two F-16 fighters to the Bulgarian Air Force completely free of charge. The news went around the media, but it seems that the most important thing was not announced.

F-35 and Su-35 face each other for UAE skies, but US Congress will decide who wins

By this time, the emirates had made an inquiry to purchase dozens of Russian Su-35s. Thus, in the virtual battle for the sky over the emirates, the two planes face each other.

Speed ​​is the key in the competition between the F-35 and Rafale … for Greece

It was known that the United States had agreed to sell 20 F-35A multi-role aircraft to Greece. Its source is the Greek media, which are pleased to add that some of these machines were previously intended for Turkey, and will now receive "white and blue markings".

Prototype of US secret plane spotted with mysterious device on the fuselage

The prototype of the Model 401 aircraft, built by the well-known company Scaled Composites, was captured with an unknown device in the lower part of the fuselage, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Ukraine wants to modernize its own aviation on the Polish model

Since Ukraine gained independence, we have not received a single new military aircraft. The oldest military aircraft in our country are 52 years old, says the commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel Serhiy Drozdov

Korean multirole combat aircraft will conquer world markets

Interestingly, Koreans define the machine they are creating, with the help of the American company Lockheed Martin and the European MBDA, as not the 5th or 6th, but … 4.5 generation aircraft.

New developments for the Indo-Russian cruise missile BrahMos are forthcoming

Moscow and New Delhi are planning a new development plan for the Indo-Russian cruise missile BrahMos aimed at creating a special version capable of shooting down AWACS aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Italian news agency AnalisiDifese

Despite its success, the Turkish Bayraktar TB2 is as vulnerable as a WWII aircraft

The famous Armenian military analyst H. Arzomanyan said in an interview that 80% of the losses of the Arshak army come exclusively from the actions of the Turkish UAVs.

The fourth ordered US long-range reconnaissance RQ-4 UAV landed in South Korea

The purchase of machines of this type by Seoul was dictated by the desire to increase the ability to carry out intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) tasks in the area of ​​the Korean Peninsula.

China has equipped its special forces with the latest Russian helicopters

According to the Rostech state report, in 2019, the Russian Helicopters company, which belongs to it, concluded contracts for the supply of 121 helicopters to China, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Polish news agency Defence24.

South Korea plans to design and manufacture UAVs and unmanned systems

Korea plans to purchase over a dozen different models of military equipment in the coming months. Among them, there are various types of UAV and land unmanned systems to be designed and manufactured by the domestic industry

Russia transferred at least 13 MiG-29 fighters to Armenia, new satellite images show

The indirect involvement of the Turkish and Russian military in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict continues, with the two countries constantly trying to compete for the supply of weapons to Baku or Yerevan.

American F/A-18E/F Super Hortnet vs. Russian Su-30 Flanker C/G/H

Today we decided to compare the capabilities of two very similar in characteristics and functionality fighter of the largest military forces in the world - the United States and Russia.

Su-30 Flanker-C – Russian 4 generation fighter jet [review]

The Sukhoi Su-30 is a Russian multi-role fighter aircraft based on the two-seat training aircraft Sukhoi Su-27UB, the development of which began in the last years of the Soviet Union.

Top 5 best military attack helicopters in service in the world

Today, they even launch mini-kamikaze drones, become bolder as they come within range of air defense systems, and will always be preferred for combat in urban environments.

Bulgaria is considering to buy additional F-16s and three ground radar systems

Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov announced that his country is considering buying additional F-16 Block 70 fighters, the so-called F-16V, the latest version of this machine, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

US military is developing and testing brand new mini ‘killer’ drones

According to a publication in the American online magazine National Interest, the US military has taken decisive steps in the use of small drones, already testing drones with integrated mini-weapon systems on the tap, so that they can be used for attack

Azerbaijan admires the effectiveness of Turkish drones in Nagorno-Karabakh

Drones have proven their effectiveness in the course of hostilities, Azerbaijan has a sufficient number of such vehicles from Turkey and other countries to achieve its goal in Nagorno-Karabakh, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

US F-15E fighters to be armed with new proven intelligent weapon

The military industry in the United States is finding new ways to upgrade, modernize, or create new weapons technologies that meet the expectations of the U.S. military and the challenges of modern combat.

Indian cruise missile, an equivalent of the American Tomahawk, failed in the tests

The latest military development of Indian engineers and military complex is the subsonic cruise missile Nirbhay, which should be the equivalent of the American missile of the same class Tomahawk and the Russian missile of the same class SS-N-27 Sizzler.

India begins a large-scale production of its own fifth generation fighter jet

India wants to start the production of the fifth generation fighter at the end of this decade, despite the final rejection by the government in New Delhi of the machine, which was to be produced in cooperation with Russia

Finland chooses between the F-35 and F-18 fighters worth up to $14B

The US DoD has issued two permits for the sale of combat aircraft offered in a tender currently conducted in Finland. The consent applies to the F-35A and F / A-18E / F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler.

MRH 90 Taipan failed – Australia wants back Black Hawks helicopters

Australia sent a request for quotation regarding the price and availability of helicopters for special forces Sikorsky HH-60W or MH-60M Black Hawk under the FMS program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Dogfight! Chinese Vigorous Dragon J-10 vs. USAF stealth F-35 fighter jet

There are many models of 4th and 4 ++ generation fighters, and in addition to traditional players in this market such as the United States and Russia, the last decade has given birth to new manufacturers, new models and new trends in the field of aircraft construction.

Americans armed the MQ-9A Reaper with a record number of missiles

According to the latest information from American sources, the military recently decided to change the armament of the drone by testing not eight AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-surface missiles, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Chinese copied the F-35 fighter jet, but did they copied and its efficiency?

Recently, a photo of a fifth-generation Chinese fighter began circulating on the Internet, with the author of the photo saying that it was the new J-31 or also known as the FC-31.

Israel delivered super weapons to Baku. What expert says about the Harpy system?

Israel has provided Azerbaijan with its new weapon - the Harpy system, which is capable of destroying Russia's S-300 and even S-400 air defense systems, and this news is presented by a number of media as a sensation

No! Russian Su-57 is more 4++ fighter jet, than 5th generation fighter

According to experts from RAND Corporation, the Russian Su-57 fighter will not be available in the final, fully meeting the assumptions of the serial version before the end of the decade.

Fifth-gen Turkish TF-X fighter is only good wishes and bold claims

We have repeatedly written articles on the topic related to the new fifth generation fighters that are already in production or will be manufactured in the near future.

All Russian combat helicopters will launch kamikaze drones

The new modular cluster unit of unguided aircraft missiles (NAR) for Russian combat helicopters will allow shooting, including kamikaze drones. learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Popular Mechanic magazine.

American B-2A Spirit bomber received a new stealth radio-absorbing coating

According to the latest information disseminated by the American company Northrup Gruman, the "Spirit of Pennsylvania" or a well-known B-2A bomber is preparing to fly to Edwards Air Force Base for further tests, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey arms itself with swarms of circulating ‘stinging’ kamikaze drones

The STM company announced that before the end of 2020 it will start delivering Alpagu's light circulating ammunition to the Turkish armed forces, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Turkish Bayraktar TB2 needs no ad, as it’s ruthless against Russian air defense systems

The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict may not end soon. However, if hostilities cease, it does not mean it will solve a decade-long problem between Azerbaijan, Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh. Political, social, religious problems will remain.

MQ-9A Reaper conducted flight with small jet drone suspended from it

More recently, interesting flight tests of the MQ-9A Reaper drone were conducted in the United States. What is impressive about the tests is that a second small reconnaissance jet was attached to the attacking drone

Germany canceled the procedure for acquiring of new military helicopters

Yesterday, a number of German media confirmed the news, which came directly from the Ministry of Defense of the Federal Republic, that the procedure for acquiring a new helicopter has been canceled, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

After a vote ‘on the razor’s edge’ Swiss will purchase new fighter jets

On Sunday, the Swiss voted in a referendum on various topics for the procurement of new combat aircraft for a maximum of six billion francs. Now the government can choose a supplier

Another F-35 problem leaves B-52 bombers unprotected by the Russian fighters

There has been almost no month in the last two years in which no other absurd problem has arisen in the greatest pride of American military aeronautical engineering - the fifth-generation F-35 stealth fighter.

Bulgaria demanded a fine from Russia for delayed delivery of MiG-29s

Nearly three years ago, a framework agreement was signed between Bulgaria and Russia for the repair of 15 MiG-29 fighters worth a total of nearly $ 48 million, but Russia is delaying their repairs, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Washington invests just over $2 billion for small diameter bombs [SDB]

Just a few days ago, as we learned on September 24, Washington decided to spend nearly $ 2 billion. for the production and integration of small diameter aircraft bombs.

Modernization of the Polish Mi-24 attack helicopters continues

The modernization of the Polish Mi-24 attack helicopters continues, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Col. Waldemar Bogusławski, Deputy Head of the Armament Inspectorate for Aviation and Maritime Technology and citing Defence24.

German Eurofighter Typhoon jets with new air-to-ground weapons

Diehl has announced that it has concluded an agreement with the German Air Force for the supply of an unspecified number of GBU-54 LJDAM guided bombs weighing 225 kg.

India buys the dangerous MQ-9B hunter-killer UAV totalling $600M

According to information from the Indian Ministry of Defense, the new unmanned aerial vehicles will be intended for use by both ground forces and the Air Force and Navy.

Greece is preparing to acquire a squadron of 24 F-35 fighter jets

If Greece wants its Armed Forces to be combative, competitive and able to face the constant threat from the East, then they should proceed to the necessary reinforcement with new weapons systems and modernization of the old ones

Facts confirm it: another Russian fighter jet shot down Su-30 during an exercise

As of yesterday, a number of Russian media, including the state-owned TASS, have released a version of the accidental downing of a Su-30 by another Russian fighter jet, indirectly confirming the information provided by our source.

American 5th-gen F-35 fighter jet is already obsolete, experts said

US experts at The Drive suggest that the US Air Force's F-35 fighter will soon become obsolete and pave the way for new developments in military aviation, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

MiG-41 – a real breakthrough or just Russian speculation

Despite the fact that test pilot Alexander Fedotov made the first flight on the MiG-31 on September 16, 1975, exactly 45 years ago, even today this fighter continues to be one of the unique aircraft in the world. It is intended for use in the country's air defense system.

Russian MiG-35 fighter jet could be Egypt’s next purchase

International military markets are gradually recovering from the epidemic that was imposed by the coronavirus in almost all over the world during the summer. Trends are already beginning to be noticed, especially in the field of trade in aircraft.

Europe will cut orders for US F-35s to invest in its Tempest fighter project

The cuts to the Defense budget determined by the impact of the Covd-19 epidemic and the need to support the economy could make the choice of the British government, inevitable, to cut the order of the F-35B fighter-bombers

Chinese J-20 fighters ‘mow’ its opponents with impunity. India without a chance?

Chinese media reports widely on the excellent results achieved in simulated combat by the 5th generation Chengdu J-20 fighter. The relatively inexperienced pilot was supposed to achieve a win-loss ratio of 17 to zero in subsequent fights.

Americans predict serious losses of MQ-9 Reapers and give billions for new ones

The life cycle maintenance center for US Air Force aircraft has signed a framework contract with General Atomics, a manufacturer of MALE-class combat drones, the MQ-9 Reaper, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Russia will develop unmanned helicopters for the army and fleet

The Russian Ministry of Defense has commissioned the development of unmanned reconnaissance and attack helicopters that will be able to operate within a radius of 20-30 km and cooperate with manned machines, such as the modernized Ka-52M

Russia claims that Su-57 fighter has found a weak spot in the US Air Force

Military expert Alexei Leonkov in the Zvezda weekly talks about the principles of building network-centric structures, without which it is impossible to consider an army modern, capable of conducting effective military operations

Russia’s Kinzhal may oppose the American aircraft carriers, US claims

The American magazine The National Interest published an article in which he spoke about the Russian 9-A-7660 Kinzhal aircraft missile system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Another crashed Pakistani fighter jet. The black series continues

It is not only the US forces that are losing numerous aircraft to accidents this year. The Black Series also continues in Pakistan, which has just lost its fifth machine this year.

US presented a successor to its popular MQ-9 Reaper reconnaissance UAVs

The General Atomics concern has presented the project of the successor to its popular MQ-9 Reaper reconnaissance UAVs, which was created in response to the requirements of the US Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Su-57 has a strong trump card that can put China in an awkward situation

Russia's fifth generation Su-57 fighters are of great interest to China, but there is a reason why Beijing will not buy these aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Chinese news agency Sohu.

Chinese fifth generation fighter J-20 ‘shot down’ 17 aircraft

During one of the key exercises, the Chinese fifth-generation fighter Chengdu J-20, under the control of a pilot who had recently mastered the car, conditionally destroyed 17 planes of a potential enemy

Iraq is one of the potential buyers of Russian Su-57 fighter jet, China says

Russia may soon conclude the first contract for the export of its fifth generation Su-57 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Chinese news agency Sohu.

US is once again ahead of its competitors, testing a 6th-generation fighter

According to the military publication, the US Air Force conducted real flight tests of an aircraft under Project X, trying to keep this information secret, but apparently failed.

South Korea decided to create drones that could replace soldiers in battle

South Korea has embarked on an ambitious UAV development program capable of performing a wide variety of tasks. Some of them can be equipped with small arms, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Naked Science.

Croatia chooses fighter jets amid US pressure and political friction

They concern brand new machines from the USA and Sweden and used aircraft from France and Israel. The decision to select new machines to replace the worn-out MiGi-21 is to be made no later than December 12 this year.

Saab is preparing for a new ‘offensive’ in Austria through its Gripen fighter

Austria's Defense Minister Tanner wants to get rid of the unloved Eurofighters quickly. The government is considering a sale to Indonesia. Meanwhile, Saab is positioning itself for the successor: Once again, the Swedes are offering Austria the Gripen

Pakistani top pilot: F-16 will smash Russian Su and MiG fighters

Retired Pakistani aviation general Kizer Tufar, considered the best military pilot, said in an interview that Russian-made Indian fighters have very little chance of winning battles against Pakistani planes

Top 10 of the most widely used and active fighter jets in the world

Which fighter aircraft types dominate the global fighter fleets today? Our top 10 list provides information: We present the most widely used fighter jets in the world.

Too many F-16s on Earth: is Iraq looking at Russian MiG 29/35 fighter jets?

According to reports from the Russian aeronautical information portal Avia Pro, Iraq is considering the acquisition of several Russian-made MiG-29 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Italian news agency AnalisiDifese.

Russia returns to the idea of ​​developing a fighter with vertical takeoff and landing

The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation confirmed that today they returned to the idea of ​​developing the latest fighter with vertical takeoff and landing, as well as the development of such a fighter is already included in the new State Armaments Program

Russia will extend the service life of MiG-31 supersonic interceptor aircraft

Since it is a single platform considered capable of engaging any flying target , radiation awaiting a future interceptor still to come.

Top 5 best bombers in the world

There is no doubt that there are only two countries that are working hard on new bombers. These are Russia and the United States. All others are either customers or tenants of this type of military equipment.

Reinforcement of the Greek Air Force – 43 Mirage fighters return to the air

The powerful Mirage fighter jets, which for a number of years defended the Greek airspace, are returning to the Greek sky. Another step to strengthen the Air Force, following the expected purchase of Rafale fighters from France.

Indian Rafale officially in service. Will India order more from the same fighters?

In India, there was a ceremony to introduce the first five Rafale aircraft to the Indian Air Force. The presence of the French defense minister in the ceremony could signal talks aimed at increasing the order, which so far includes a target of 36 fighters.

Will Russian 6th-gen fighters surprise the world, or will they hide ‘under the covers’?

The famous Russian brands Sukhoi and MiG, forgetting about the eternal competition in the aircraft construction market, are ready to join forces to create a sixth generation fighter.

US will have a new intercontinental ballistic missile and it will be made in Utah

The United States will have a new intercontinental missile and it will be made in Utah on the site of the American company Northrup Gruman, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Timing of the first flight of Super-Sukhoi fighter was announced

According to the information provided, the modernized Su-30SM2 fighter will make its first flight by the end of 2020. The car will receive engines from the Su-35S

Video of the newest drone for the US military was posted on social media

The main attribute of modern air reconnaissance is unmanned aerial vehicles, on which either universal or special sets of equipment are installed. Usually they are thermal imagers, special cameras and radar stations.

Austria agreed to sell the troubled 15 Typhoon fighters to Indonesia

Austrian Defense Minister Claudia Tanner responded positively to the letter with the proposal of Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto to sell 15 EF-2000 Typhoon fighters available to the Austrian Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Polish FlyEye drone is offered by NSPA – the NATO defense support agency

The FlyEye unmanned aerial system developed by the WB GROUP is the only advanced military equipment developed in Poland, offered by NSPA - the NATO defense support and procurement agency.

US will dismantle hundreds of AH-64D helicopters to make room for new ones

According to the US State Department, Washington intends to retire hundreds of AH-64D Apache attack helicopters, which have depreciated over the years, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned

According to Chinese experts, their Su-35 fighter was downed by a US aircraft carrier

Chinese news agencies, citing sources in the military, report that the plane crash involving the Su-35 fighter was due to a complex failure of all onboard systems of a combat aircraft

South Korea has begun assembling its first fifth-generation fighter [video]

In recent months, South Korea has been working hard to manufacture and build the first fifth-generation fighter produced entirely by the South Korean defense industry.

Harpi Szpon could be the Polish-American combat drone for the F-35

"We see the Polish side's willingness to partner in the development of advanced Harpi Szpon unmanned systems," said Jack O'Banion, vice president for strategy and customer requirements at Lockheed Martin

Bypassing Israel: US wants to sell F-35s to the Arab Emirates

US President Donald Trump intends to discuss with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a possible agreement on the sale to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of American fifth-generation F-35 fighters

Turkish company Roketsan is testing drone-guided missiles [video]

The Turkish company Roketsan conducted a successful test of the new TRLG-230 missile, which was aimed at the reflected laser beam, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Mikoyan and Sukhoi will create under joint brand the Russian sixth-gen fighter

Anatoly Serdyukov, the industrial director of the Rostec aviation complex, did not rule out that the Russian sixth generation fighter would be created under the joint brand of the MiG and Sukhoi enterprises, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Vzglyad.

Russia unveils first serial copies of two-seater MiG-35UB fighter jets

During the International Military and Technical Forum "Army-2020" in Moscow, for the first time serial copies of the two-seater MiG-35UB machines used by the Russian air and space forces were presented to the public, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

‘Golden deal’: Greece gets the Egyptian Rafale fighter jets

New information is coming about the twenty-year deal for Greece. A few days ago, the Pentapostagma reported to you on the preliminary agreement between France and Greece for the acquisition of Rafale fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Armenian government wants to buy Russian Su-30SM fighter jets

The Armenian government is negotiating the purchase of a new batch of Russian Su-30SM fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EurAsia Daily. Four such aircraft entered service with the Armenian Air Force in 2019.

Because of India, Boeing is testing short takeoffs and landings of F/A-18E/F fighters

Boeing is conducting tests of shortened take-offs and landings of F / A-18E / F Super Hornet aircraft. The point is to prove that they could operate not only from large aircraft carriers of the US Navy, but also from units more than twice smaller, such as Indian aircraft carriers.

Will Erdogan draw a crescent and star on Russian Su-35 fighters?

Professor of Bahcesehir University Abdullah Agar, a recognized expert on national security, made important statements about relations between Turkey, America and Russia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia will conduct combat tests of its new anti-drone complex in Syria

The newest Russian system for combating unmanned aerial vehicles "Sapsan-Konvoy" of the "Avtomatika" concern will open up colossal export prospects for the Russian Federation.

Russia showed a flight prototype of a large cycling aircraft capable of carrying troops

During the Army-2020 exhibition, Russian developers presented a cyclolette flight demonstrator that can be used for landing operations. The full-size car should appear in the mid-20s, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Will Russia cope with the terrifying gap in the field of unmanned aircraft?

At the same time, promising unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) deserve special attention at the current exhibition: it is in this category of weapons that the most important novelties of this year are presented.

Turkey once again ‘looked’ at the Russian Su-57s. Will this be the end of NATO?

With each passing day, the speculations are growing that the Turkish Republic can buy the latest generation Su-57 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing sources on the Army-2020 exhibition.

Dronology of the small war – Israel implements soft power policy through drones

The State of Israel celebrated its 72nd birthday and paid tribute to the 23,816 soldiers and 3,153 civilians who died in the terrorist attacks who fell in several wars for independence.

The United States is adapting civilian air taxi technology for use by the military

The US Air Force began demonstration tests of promising civil aircraft of various classes in order to adapt their technologies for the development of military equipment, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Hermes missile system destroys tanks at a distance of up to 100 km, the Russians claim

At the International Military-Technical Forum "Army-2020", the Russian guided weapons complex "Hermes", developed by the JSC "Instrument-Making Design Bureau", was demonstrated for the first time.

The US Army is developing a ‘pocket’ swarm of combat drones

The US Army is intensively developing small drones that will be launched from the deck of combat helicopters as part of the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA), a program of a new reconnaissance and attack machine

‘Drone is a delicate creature’ – Russia created a projectile with a built-in drone

The projectile created by the specialists of the Scientific and Production Association “Splav” named after A. N. Ganichev has already entered testing, but it is not yet known when the new ammunition will enter service with the Russian army.

At what exact distance the stealth F-35 fighter can be seen on the radar?

American journalists learned from what distance the enemy's air defense radar "sees" the fifth-generation fighter F-35 Lightning II, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Popular Mechanics.

Huge interest in the 5th generation Su-57 fighter, but will there be an order?

Several countries are interested in buying the latest Russian Su-57 5th generation fighters, they have sent official applications, said Maria Vorobyova, press secretary of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation.

Russia is sending MiG-35 fighters to Syria to advertise them to potential buyers

An interesting article is published in its Sunday issue of DatViet magazine dedicated to the Russian fighters of the 4 ++ generation MiG-35. According to the author of the article, Moscow will soon send its newest MiG-35 fighter to its Khmeimim military base.

Russian military has declassified the latest attack UAV ‘Thunder’

The Russian high-tech company "Kronshtadt" has begun to develop a promising attack drone "Thunder", learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The project will be presented at the military-technical forum "Army-2020".

Belgium and UK will cooperate in the use of the MQ-9B SkyGuardian UAVs

The United Kingdom and Belgium indicate the need for cooperation in the use by both countries of MQ-9B (RPAS) SkyGuardian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24 .

Top 8 of the fastest military aircraft in the world

Sometimes it is very difficult to compare or face fighters from different manufacturers in a direct battle. The characteristics very often overlap and you rely only on the small details that can tip the scales in one direction or another.

U.S. Navy is looking for the fighter jet of the future

Without publicity, the US Navy has just started a program to build a new on-board fighter, which will replace the F / A-18E / F Super Hornet and EF-18G Growler in the near future.

First photos of Australian stealth unmanned multi-role fighter have appeared

Until recently, it was not even clear when they would begin to fully test it, but now the first photographs have appeared - and therefore flights to the mountains, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

For the first time in the world, a fifth-generation two-seat fighter was created

China is the second country in the world to mass-produce fifth generation fighters. And, it seems, as it turned out recently, the first to create a two-seat modification, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Popular Mechanic.

U.S. Naval Aviation begins work on a successor to the F-35 fighter jet

That there is only one epic on the creation of a single strike fighter , the result of which was not one F-35, but three very different aircraft at once .

French air-to-air missile with a warhead was sent as civilian mail to Florida

It has not yet been disclosed how it was possible that the actual missile with a warhead could have been sent as a civil shipment to a civil airport to a private company.

Russia wonders why Europe needs two new fighter jets

Great Britain and continental Europe are implementing their own programs to create a 6th generation fighter, but how much two projects are needed at once is an open question.

Air combat at an altitude of 20K meters was carried out by MiG-31BM fighters

Fighter pilots of a separate mixed aviation regiment performed tasks in Kamchatka to intercept the violator of Russian airspace, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Interfax.

Su-34 Fullback – Russian fighter-bomber/strike aircraft [review]

The Sukhoi Su-34, as an export version under the designation Su-32, is a two-seater fighter-bomber developed in the Soviet Union by the Sukhoi design office, whose series production started in April 2006.

Frontier generation: The first mass-produced Russian Su-57 will go west

One of the first serial stealth fighters Su-57 will be aimed at strengthening the Western Military District, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Russian news agency Izvestia and sources in the Ministry of Defense.

US is preparing to sell F-35 fighters to UAE, Israel doesn’t give its consent

Israeli Intelligence Minister Eli Cohen said that he is unaware of a change in the traditional policy of the Jewish state against the United States' sale of modern weapons to Arab countries, which could thereby weaken Israel's military superiority in the region

Turkey tested second prototype of Akinci attack drone with a new engine

The second prototype of the Turkish attack drone Akinci made its first flight, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a corresponding video posted on Twitter by Baykar.

Washington plans to sell more than 400 new F-16 fighter jets

A multibillion-dollar deal is set to finalize the U.S. government and liquidity company Martin, following approval for the sale of 90 F-16 fighter jets on Friday, he learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

First autonomous flight of a promising helicopter-type UAV for the French Navy [video]

The European concern Airbus announced the first autonomous flight of a prototype of a promising helicopter-type reconnaissance UAV VSR700, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Top 5 most powerful Air Force in the world for 2020

The American military-political publication National Interest has presented a list of the five most formidable air forces in the world. Let's take a look at it.

Russia’s Kh-32 anti-ship missile cannot be intercepted by US air defense

The United States will not be able to intercept the Russian X-32 anti-ship missile with its air defense systems, Chinese analysts at Sohu say, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

‘The goal is to penetrate the Russian Armata tank’ – NATO is testing a new tank gun

Non-standard caliber, high armor penetration, automatic loader - the German defense concern Rheinmetall has published a video of testing a modernized Challenger 2 tank with a new 130 mm L51 cannon, which could become NATO's most powerful tank weapon.

China showed a new bomber to protect the coastline

It is noted that the H-6J will become the most important force for China to protect the coastal strip at medium range. The H-6 bomber is a licensed copy of the Soviet Tu-16 jet bomber.

Why is the Russian Su-35 fighter jet a real threat to the US Air Force?

For much of the second half of the Cold War, American fighter jets largely had the edge. Su 27, which entered the army in 1988. significantly inferior in technical and combat characteristics to American counterparts.

Russia showed almost assembled second production Su-57 fighter [photos]

Russian aircraft manufacturers presented photographs of the almost assembled second production Su-57 fighter, which, in combination, should become the first fifth-generation fighter to enter service with the Russian Aerospace Forces

Russia will spend nearly $1.4 billion for 46 Su-30s and Yak-130s

By the end of this year, the Russian Armed Forces will sign an agreement on the purchase of 46 Su-30SM2 and Yak-130 aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the statement of the country's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.

Russia’s heavily armed attack drones will enter service in 2021

Russia should receive long-range multipurpose attack drones in 2021, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing sources from the Russian ministry of Defence and local Naked Science magazine.

Su-57 fighter has a ‘hidden trump card up its sleeve’ and the Americans discovered it

United States military analysts have concluded that Russia in the aircraft industry may receive support from a rather unexpected partner, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia will buy an additional batch of Su-35 fighters worth about $1 billion

The Russian Armed Forces will sign a new contract worth $1 billion for the supply of Su-35 generation 4 ++ fighters, said Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

New attack helicopters of the Americans will be a serious problem for their enemies

The AH-64 Apache helicopter is one of the most iconic and effective combat vehicles of recent decades. It is capable of recording the thermal signature of a target at a distance of several kilometers.

Israel already has a second prepared and dangerous F-35 squadron

As reported by the Israeli Air Force, after six months of intensive preparations, another fighter squadron armed with the new F-35I Adir multi-role machines has reached combat readiness

The ‘Alligator’ flew: the prototype of Russian Ka-52 made a successful flight

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation announced the flight of the prototype of the Ka-52M helicopter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defence24.

Russian Su-30SM fighters will be equipped with hypersonic anti-ship missiles

Russian Su-30SM fighters will receive a new heavy air-to-surface missile, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Russian media Izvestia. The creation of the product is carried out as part of the development work "Adaptation-Su".

Japan received the second Bell/Boeing MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor

At the Kisarazu airbase , the ceremony of handing over the second MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor to the Japanese Self-Defense Forces took place on August 10, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US: F-15EX fighter jets to replace Strike Eagles? It is really possible

According to the documents of the US Department of Defense related to the award of a contract for the purchase of Boeing F-15EX machines for the US Air Force in place of the heavily used F-15C / D Eagle, the program may also cover the F-15E Strike Eagle

Erdogan needs 5th generation fighters, and that could link Turkey to Russia

The political and armed confrontation in the Middle East is on the way of escalation, pushing the largest states of the region to build up their arsenal of armies. This means that the likelihood of Turkey buying Russian fifth-generation fighters is significantly increasing.

F-35 vs. Su-35 – who is better and who will win in a modern air battle?

There are currently two aircraft in the world that are significantly different from all the others. These are the Russian 4th generation Su-35 and the American fifth generation F-35 fighter. It is safe to say - they are the top of the top.

Su-35 Flanker-E – Russian 4++ generation fighter jet [review]

The first variant was developed in the Soviet Union as early as the 1980s. The version, initially referred to as the Su-27M, had a revised airframe, duck wings, an enlarged radome for the N-011 radar and improved avionics.

Washington negotiates UAV sales with Taiwan, China protests

The Reuters news agency, citing its own sources, reports that a deal may soon take place to sell at least four American reconnaissance drones to Taiwan. It is assumed that the amount of the contract could be $600 million

Can Russia intercept an American UAV?

Russia has deployed an anti-drone shield in the Kaliningrad region during a recent exercise. Foreign analysts see this measure as a response to the deployment of American unmanned aerial vehicles such as the MQ-9 Reaper in Estonia.

RD-93 engine will allow the Pakistani JF-17 fighter to overtake competition

Analysts at the Chinese publication Sohu are confident that the new Russian RD-93MA engine will be a major breakthrough not only for Russian aviation. The PRC also relies on this power unit and its use in the JF-17 Block 3 fighters

Russia offered India to buy 114 Su-35s with a number of improvements

According to different ssources and a The Defense Aviation Post (DAP) article, Russia has made India an attractive offer to purchase 114 Su-35 fighters. At the same time, the package also includes the modernization of the Su-30M.

Who needs stealth? Sweden claims to have created the ‘killer’ of Russian Su fighters

Swedish Air Force Commander Mats Helgesson recently made the bold announcement that the Saab Gripen E can grind an impressive fleet of Russian fighters, without the Swedes even needing the expensive stealth technology

Fifth generation F-35 fighter jet is more and more active in the Middle East

The American and Israeli F-35 pilots conducted joint exercises for the second time in the use of the latest fifth generation aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Polish news agency Defence24.

New glazing of the Su-57 will protect the pilot from the light of a nuclear explosion

The glazing developed for the fifth generation fighter Su-57 is capable of protecting the pilot from the light of a nuclear explosion and various types of radiation, said Andrei Silkin, general director of the developer, ONPP Technologiya

Su-57 Felon – Russian stealth multirole fifth-generation fighter [review]

Felon or 'the Criminal'. Thus, NATO named the newest Russian fighter, Su-57, which by its characteristics is a combat multi-role fighter. The fighter is designed according to the instructions of the Russian Air Force, as part of the PAK-FA program.

Japan will produce F-35s and become a center for next-gen fighter jets

The Japanese Ministry of Defense announced that the responsibility for the construction of the next-generation fighter, currently known as the F-X, will be taken by a single company, which will be a "single prime" contractor

MiG-35 Fulcrum-F – Russian multirole fighter [review]

The RSK MiG-35 multi-purpose combat aircraft is a modernized version of the Soviet MiG-29M2. Unofficially, the MiG-35 is also called the Super Fulcrum. The MiG-35 is currently available in two versions, the single-seat MiG-35 and the two-seat MiG-35D.

Top 5 best combat drones [UAVs] in the world

Today, dozens of countries produce unmanned aerial vehicles of varying functionality, from reconnaissance to attack. It is very difficult to determine which attack drone is the best in the world, as the places where it can be tested are politically limited.

Russian MiG-29s are still effective. Turkish Hawk systems were destroyed

Several media informed last week that in the vicinity of Sirte in Libya, two MiG-29 fighters destroyed Turkish Hawk anti-aircraft batteries in the last days of July 2020.

Canada’s new fighters: Boeing, Lockheed and SAAB will fight for the Canadian sky

Two American and one European company will compete to provide the Royal Canadian Air Force with new fighter jets, he learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defense News.

Top 5 most expensive fighter jets in the world

Fighters of the last, fifth generation or equivalent to them army winged vehicles of generations "4+" or "4 ++" are not only one of the most deadly, but also one of the most expensive types of weapons.

Israeli company will modernize the Ukrainian MiG-29 fighters

The Israeli company Elbit Systems received documents from Jerusalem authorizing the modernization of Ukrainian fourth-generation MiG-29 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defense Express.

American Skyborg program is underway – combat drones will interact with fighters

Among the winners, one of the giants was not Lockheed Martin (the creators of the RQ-170 Sentinel), which may be related to the problems that this company still has with the production of F-35 fighters.

Russia buys a large number of Mi-8 helicopters for its special forces

The Russian military is showing interest in buying a large batch of Mi-8AMTSh-VN military transport helicopters for the Special Operations Forces. Andrey Boginsky, general director of the Russian Helicopters holding said

Russian Forpost autonomous drones fire a naval aviation for the first time

The new system was recently tested during the Black Sea Fleet maneuvers, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The use of drones for reconnaissance of sea targets is especially effective when long patrols are required, experts say.

‘Nothing personal, just business’: Greece buys tactical drones from Turkey

The unmanned devices of the Turkish company Assuva have already passed tests by the Greek authorities. Model Proton Elic RB-128 is mostly a civilian drone, which can even be purchased from certain online stores.

The newest Russian MiG-41 fighter will be able to reach a speed of 5 MAX

Recently it became known that they were thinking about extending the flight life of this aircraft, the glider of which was developed in the 70s of the last century. This is a very strict and highly respected aircraft by pilots.

Ka-52M: how the new Russian helicopter will catch up with the Apache

The Ka-52 helicopter, despite its original coaxial layout and the placement of crew members side-by-side, which is extremely unusual for attack rotary-wing aircraft, is far from the most frequent subject for discussion among aviation enthusiasts.

Su-35 vs F-22: who is stronger in aerial combat

The American magazine The National Interest decided to evaluate the capabilities of the Russian Su-35S generation 4 ++ multi-role fighter in an air battle with American aircraft. It turned out extremely interesting.

Pentagon is developing a new precision weapon system for its combat helicopters

US Army announced plans to conduct several tests of long-range precision munitions systems. They are to be conducted with the future fleet of new combat powered-lifts in mind, acquired under the current Future Vertical Lift (FVL) program

Five Rafale fighter jets are already flying from France to India

India took a significant step in strengthening air power and defence preparedness with the first five Rafale fighter aircraft, built by Dassault, flying out from Merignac airbase in Bordeaux, France to India

The F-35 Block 4 fighter will receive more missiles and kamikaze drones

Lockheed Martin has published the F-35 Lightning II fighter upgrade program until 2030. The version will be called Block 4 and will be updated gradually - mainly due to delays in the development of the necessary software.

India buys six heavily armed and reconnaissance aircraft from the US

India has formally initiated the acquisition of six additional Boeing P-8I Poseidon UAVs, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. As stated, they will be used for information gathering, surveillance and reconnaissance at sea, as well as countering enemy submarines

The Royal Air Force of UK ‘showed’ a sixth generation fighter jet

In the caption to the video, it is noted that in addition to the previously announced seven new companies will participate in the development of the aircraft, dubbed Tempest ("The Tempest").

The chances of a cheaper F-35 are decreasing, the reasons are many, including China

Cuts in defense spending will complicate the task of reducing the price of produced F-35 fighters, said the head of the United States Department of Defense Joint Programs, Lieutenant General Eric Fick on July 22

Iran has begun production of a domestic heavy fighter jet

The military-industrial complex of Iran has begun to develop heavy fighters in accordance with plans to increase the defenses of the Islamic Republic, the deputy commander of the Iranian Air Force, Brigadier General Hamid Vahedi

Russia unveiled a model of a cruise light-class reusable hypersonic missile

The rocket bears the logos of the Advanced Research Fund (FPI), Roscosmos, the United Aircraft Corporation and the head scientific institute of the Russian rocket and space industry, TsNIIMash.

India is working hard on the first flight of its own fifth-generation fighter jet

The Indian media reported that the country's military-industrial complex has increased the intensity of work on the promising fifth-generation AMCA fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

USAF to be armed with mini-missiles that will allow them access to impossible areas

The American company Raytheon won the competition for the creation of miniature missiles for the self-defense of fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Companies such as Lockheed Martin and Boeing also participated in this tender.

The Austrian Typhoon fighters ‘hit’ the Russian Su-35s

Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto wrote a letter to his Austrian counterpart Claudia Tanner with a proposal to start negotiations on the acquisition of all 15 Austrian fourth-generation Eurofighter Typhoon fighters

Russian Su-35 fighters purchased from Egypt have begun test flights

Pictures appeared on the Web as the first batch of heavy Russian Su-35 fighters of the 4 ++ generation, created for the Egyptian Air Force, began to fly, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russian special forces will receive a new better combat helicopter

In fact, according Andrey Boginsky, general director of the Russian Helicopters holding, the flight tests of the new helicopter for the Mi-8AMTSh-VN special forces have already begun.

India begins joint development of UAVs with the US Air Force

The US Air Force Research Laboratories have signed an agreement with an Indian startup to jointly research and develop unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Deputy Defense Secretary Ellen M. Lord said July 21

Iran confirms possible purchase of Russian S-400, Su-35 and Su-57

Iran intends to acquire the latest Russian weapons, which include S-400 air defense systems, Su-35 and Su-57 fighters, and probably other Russian missile weapons, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The J-20 fighter is gradually moving away from Russia’s ‘propulsion dependence’

It is made on the basis of the already well-known J-20, however, according to The Drive magazine, it will not be equipped with Russian AL-31F engines, but an improved version of the Chinese WS-10, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Pentagon bought the eight F-35 made for the Turkish Air Force

Eight fifth-generation F-35 fighters of the American corporation Lockheed Martin, originally intended for Turkey, will be bought by the US Air Force for $ 862 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the press service of the Pentagon.

India will produce its own new fighter for the Navy, an analogue of the MiG-29K

By 2026, the Indian company Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd should develop a twin-engine jet carrier-based fighter to supplement or even replace the Russian MiG-29K in the Indian Navy. According to the Defense Aviation Post, the fleet plans to purchase 57 aircraft.

Russian Su-27, Su-30 and Su-35 fighters will use one universal engine

Work is underway on a universal engine for Russian fighters, said Evgeny Semivelichenko, managing director of the Lyulka Design Bureau of the Ufa Engine-Building Production Association , learned BulgarianMilitary.com

India will receive Rafale fighter jets and deploy them near the border with China

India is considering deploying Rafale fighters on the border with China, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing local military sources and the Hindustan Times newspaper. The newest French Rafale can accommodate in East Ladakh.

Dogfight! Russian Su-35 fighter jet vs.British Eurofighter Typhoon

Experts of the American publication The National Interest compared the Russian Su-35 fighter and the Eurofighter Typhoon, which is in service with NATO countries (Germany, Spain, Austria, Great Britain).

China tested a new air-to-surface missile to attack ground targets and ships

The new air-to-surface missile for helicopters has been successfully tested in China, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the South China Morning Post report on July 18.

Aerial battle over Malaysia: Russian Su-30 fighter dealt with three F-18s [video]

The air battle between the Su-30MKI and a group of three F-18Ds was filmed on a video. The analyzing of the video, notes the highest maneuverability of the Russian fighter, which allowed it to easily defeat the three "Americans".

The first autonomous drone technology ‘detect and avoid’ goes to the British Army

The British Defense Ministry announced the conclusion of a contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc (GA-ASI) for the supply of the first batch of long-duration medium-altitude UAVs "Protector" RG Mk.1, learned BulgarianMilitary.

MiG and Sukhoi jointly develop a Russian sixth generation fighter jet

The MiG and Sukhoi companies will develop the sixth generation combat aviation complex together, Ilya Tarasenko, director general of MiG and Sukhoi, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing RIA Novosti.

Turkish military reconnaissance plane crashed in eastern part of the country

A Turkish military reconnaissance plane crashed in eastern Turkey, killing seven security officials, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a statement by the Turkish Interior Minister Suleiman Soilu. According to him, the reconnaissance plane crashed in the province of Van.

Turkish Bayraktar TB2 UAV changed the balance of forces in Libya and Syria

Turkey’s effective use of Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), called the “killer” of Russian-made Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile and gun systems, has changed the balance of forces in Libya and Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

China has begun mass production of an unknown J-20 fighter modification

In China, a new modification of the fifth generation fighter J-20 was created. In addition, the car has already begun to be mass-produced, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Rusiiskaya Gazeta.

US experts unexpectedly praised the MiG-35 and recommended India to buy it

A rather controversial article was published in the American Military Watch Magazine, in which the Russian 4++ fighter of the MiG-35 generation was not only praised, but also called the only combat aircraft that India should acquire in the near future

Production of the first F-15EX fighters capable of carrying hypersonic weapons began

The Pentagon ordered the first modernized F-15EX fighters, which are capable of carrying hypersonic weapons. This is stated in the message of the company Boeing, distributed on Tuesday, July 14, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia is testing an upgraded Ka-52M helicopter with a new type of cruise missile

State tests of the upgraded Ka-52M combat helicopter with the new Product 305 cruise missile will be completed in October 2020. This was reported in the materials that are posted on the public procurement website, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US Senate calls on Pentagon not to buy parts for F-35 from Turkey

In a letter sent to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper on Monday, lawmakers warned the Pentagon that any plans to purchase components of F-35 fighter jets from Turkey undermine US pressure on the country.

Russian interceptor MiG-41: ‘The Foxhound’ of the XXI century

The PAK DP program (a promising long-range interception aircraft complex) is attracting more and more attention. Let’s figure out what it is and whether Russia will have a new combat aircraft.

India’s opposition to the US-requested sale of F-21s outraged Washington

Indian journalist Rahul Bedi said that India has long opposed the "offer" of the United States on F-21 fighters, and this caused some indignation from Washington, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Experts noted that the maneuverability of Russian fighters is useless

The military experts on the pages of the Chinese edition of Sohu decided to figure out what concept the Russian air forces use in developing their own fifth-generation fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Why India needs the Russian MiG-35 fighters equipped with AI and AESA radar?

Tensions around the Sino-Indian border in the Ladakh region, which escalated in mid-June, underscored the importance of the Indian Air Force MiG-29 fighter jets for operations in the region.

Russia received technology revealing invisible stealth aircraft

The "radio Invisibility", which at one time was successfully used in the American F-117 Nighthawk fighter-bomber and is being improved to this day, can become absolutely useless thanks to the Russian development,

Washington is ready to supply Tokyo with more than 100 F-35 fighters

The US State Department approved the potential sale of 105 fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets and related equipment to Japan, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Pentagon’s Department for Defense Cooperation and Security.

5th-gen KF-X fighter should be ready in 2021, Seoul showed the assembly of the jet

South Korean company Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) published a photo of a partially assembled fuselage of the first flight prototype of the promising KF-X fighter, which has been developed in the interests of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic since 2016

India received the last batch AH-64 Apache helicopters, may start its own production

According to Jane's source, the helicopters were handed over to the Indian Air Force on July 5 at the Hindan Air Force Base (Uttar Pradesh, India) after delivering on board the An-124 at the end of June.

Russia begins building a ‘flying’ super radars and military headquarters

Russian Government plans to build a second “flying radar” A-100 “Premier” for their Aerospace Forces, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Izvestia. The super aircraft will join the test program, designed until 2024.

Brazil begins to master fighter jets production

In Brazil, the production of fighter jets began. Yesterday, July 7, the portal defensenews.com announced that the Saab Aeronáutica Montagens plant launched the production of parts for Gripen E / F aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

France intends to acquire advanced flight E-2 Hawkeye aircraft totalling $2 billion

The US State Department has approved the potential supply of France under the program "Foreign military sales" Aircraft AWACS E-2D "Advanced Hawkeye" and related equipment, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The total cost of the sale could be $ 2 billion.

India deployed An-23 aircraft and Mi-17 helicopters along the border with China

On Tuesday, the IAF landed a twin engine AN-32 transport aircraft, and military chopper Mi17 at Chinyalisaur airstrip in Uttarakhand, around 120 kilometers from the border with China, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Sputnik News.

Serbia received Chinese reconnaissance and attack drones CH-92A [video]

The Ministry of Defense of Serbia announced on July 4, in the presence of the President of Serbia, Alexander Vučić, the official ceremony of acceptance of 6 new reconnaissance and strike UAVs CH-92A made in China, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

India intends to acquire American MQ-9 Reaper attack drones

American-made Predator-B reconnaissance and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Predator-B (MQ-9 Reaper) intend to acquire the armed forces of India, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Hindustan Times.

Turkey has tested Russia’s S-400 missile system to detect F-22s and F-35s

Turkey tested the delivered Russian S-400 Triumph on fifth-generation American fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Evening Courier and Fighter Jets World magazines.

Russia is challenging US and NATO with unique armaments of the Su-57 fighters

The fifth-generation fighter Su-57 is not just an airplane, but a whole combat complex, which includes the latest aviation weapons. The list of weapons is classified, but it is known that enterprises of the military-industrial complex are developing about fifteen models.

Pentagon prepares F-22 Raptor to fight and win against Russian Su-57 fighter

The Pentagon is looking for a way to counter Russian Su-57 fighters. The US military hopes that F-22 aircraft with similar performance characteristics will cope with this task, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing The National Interest.

China will use J-20 fighter in a war with India, S-400 doesn’t work at high altitudes

The Indian expert said he was skeptical that China would decide to deploy its next-generation J-20 fighter jets near the borders with India. China might need such airplanes in case of a full-scale war with India.

China is making its own cheap version of the American F-35 fighter jet [video]

According to the Chinese publication Global Times, citing a report from the PRC aviation industry, the first flight of a new combat aircraft should take place in 2021, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russian Su-57s are in Syria and are continuing tests in real combat conditions

According to Russian sources the fifth-generation fighters could be located on the territory of the Khmeimim airbase constantly and keep be tested in a real combat situation against jihadists.

New powerful Millennium KC-390 military aircraft will serve the Brazilian army

After the completion of the acceptance procedure, the Brazilian company Embraer on June 27 handed over to the Brazilian Air Force the third Millennium KC-390 military transport aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Chinese J-16 fighter jet is better than the Russian Su-27, experts say

The Americans are watching with interests as the new Chinese J-16 attack fighters in large quantities enter the combat aircraft of the Celestial Empire. In addition, these machines have significant potential for further improvement.

India bought 21 MiG-29 fighters and began upgrading 59 available of them

The Indian Ministry of Defense has approved the purchase of 21 MiG-29 fighters from the Russian Federation to strengthen the country's air force’s combat readiness, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

India is ready to abandon the Su-57 and focus on buying the American F-35s

According to various military sources in India, as well as according to the Chinese publication Sohu, there is a high probability that India will abandon the acquisition of the Russian Su-57 Super Sukhoi and move to the American F-35, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US decided to arm its fighter jets with combat laser, but tests are postponed

The long-planned trials of airborne laser weapons aboard the US Air Force fighter were postponed until 2023 due to technical problems and complications caused by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russian S-57 ‘Super Sukhoi’ fifth-generation fighters pose no threat, experts said

As we reported last week, in 2022, the "second-phase Su-57", which is a modernized variant of the Russian 5th generation aircraft, is to be launched into the air, equipped with target engines and improved avionics.

Washington is creating multi-bombing long-range flying arsenal

The US Air Force wants to create an arsenal designed to launch large-range air-based cruise missiles. For this, the military is asked to submit ideas and concepts for creating such an apparatus.

US totally changes war ideology after an attacking drone fires another drone

US Army specialists, together with representatives of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and Area-I, conducted a test launch of the Altius-600 small reconnaissance drone from the MQ-1C Gray Eagle unmanned aerial vehicle.

Russia warned India that Rafale fighter will not help them against China

According BulgarianMilitary.com sources India is likely to receive by July 27 the first batch of six Rafale fighter jets which are expected to significantly boost the combat capability of the Indian Air Force.

Heavily armed Russian Ka-29 helicopters are preparing for Arctic operations

Starting this year, the Ka-29 is being prepared for operations in the Arctic: in 2021, helicopter pilots from the Northern Fleet will start working there. Machines will be used to supply military bases, transfer troops and patrol the polar region.

‘Radar of the future’ increases the combat capabilities of European fighters [video]

Airbus received a contract for the supply and integration of 115 Captor-E radars for the German and Spanish Eurofighter fleets. The agreement was signed shortly after Berlin and Madrid approved the installation of the radar.

Russian Su-57 fighters reappeared back in Syria to perform combat missions

The Russian Aerospace Forces sent fifth-generation fighters to Syria for the latter to participate in real combat operations and practice joint strikes in coordination with the crews of other fighters of the Russian troops

Russian Su-35s and Su-57s tested ‘the flock’ tactic in real combat conditions

Russia conducted an experiment on the use of a "flock" of Su-35 fighters under the control of a fifth-generation Su-57 aircraft. This was reported by TASS two sources in the military-industrial complex, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia plans to test a fifth-gen ‘Super Sukhoi’ fighter in the summer of 2022

Flight tests of the Russian Su-57 fighter with a second-stage engine, unofficially called "Super-Sukhoi", will begin in the summer of 2022, Izvestia reports, citing sources, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Lenta.ru.

Azerbaijan buys the deadly Turkish Bayraktar TB2 mid-range strike UAV

Turkey has found another buyer for its shock drones. Azerbaijani source from the military industry of the country announced that Azerbaijan plans to acquire dozens of Turkish-made armed drones, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The US B-21 bomber will be able to break through defense of S-400 missile system

A number of media, citing the Australian Mitchell Institute and a report by US Air Force officials, report that promising US strategic B-21 invisible bombers are invulnerable to Russian S-400 air defense systems.

Pentagon used deadly flying ‘meat grinder’ in Syria, created by Obama administration

In Idlib province, the Americans cut into pieces the leader of the local Al Qaeda, and the execution was carried out not by the executioner, but by the R9X missile launched from the drone, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

While waiting to buy Su-30s, Iran puts into service three own-made ‘updated’ fighters

At a ceremony yesterday the Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA) handed over to the Islamic Republic Air Force three locally produced Kosar fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

If the Chinese and Indian Air Forces face each other in the sky, who will win?

In addition to physical clashes between border detachments, both countries began to actively pull military equipment to the disputed site and transfer aircraft to nearby military airfields.

Russia is developing a new weapon for its fifth-generation fighter Su-57

He said that the Su-57 program is being implemented in accordance with the approved work schedule. "The state contract for the supply of 76 aircraft is being implemented, the production of a serial aircraft is planned for the current year," the source said.

The United States turned the ‘deadly’ F-35 into a nuclear fighter jet

In the United States, the first photographs of F-35A fighters dropping inert nuclear bombs B61-12 in the vicinity of Edwards Air Force Base, California, are presented, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey will arm itself with hundreds of Kargu ‘kamikaze’ drones

The Turkish company Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade will supply the Ministry of Defense of Turkey with hundreds of drones, among which there may be 356 units of Kargu kamikaze drones, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US warned India that MiG-29s and Su-30s wouldn’t help against China

The conflict between New Delhi and Beijing over the Himalayan stretch claimed by both countries is forcing India to acquire new fighters, as we reported yesterday. It is known that New Delhi plans to acquire 21 MiG-29 fighters and several Su-30.

‘Do it or die’: US creates a military aircraft for war with China

The main element of this complex is a special five-axis chassis on which a transport and launch container with a rocket is transported. It is this chassis that allows you to transfer missiles to the desired area, as well as launch from a minimum distance to the target.

India purchases 12 new Russian Sukhoi aircraft. Could it be the Su-57 fighter?

India decided to increase the power of its Air Force by purchasing from Russia 12 new Sukhoi aircraft and 21 MiG-29s. This proposal was submitted to the country's Ministry of Defense, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The latest NATO fighters are deadly for Russian Iskander ballistic missile system

These days, they launched a series of maneuvers in the Baltic, in which more than 30 ships, several dozen units of combat aircraft and helicopters, as well as more than 10 thousand military personnel participate.

US is testing a semi-autonomous air bomb that will change the rules of the game

The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fighter first launched the GBU-53/B StormBreaker, which, when integrated into the Golden Horde semi-autonomous precision weapon program, will change the "rules of the game," writes Forbes

Pentagon tested an anti-radiation missile to neutralize Russian S-400 system

The United States has tested an improved version of the AGM-88 HARM, a weapon designed to destroy radars and neutralize air defense systems. The Military Review magazine called the missile powerless against S-400.

India throws Apache attack helicopters and Su-30 fighters east to Ladakh

India is deploying Apache attack helicopters and fighter aircraft in East Ladakh to strengthen its defenses following clashes between Indian and Chinese troops, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

F-35 fighter and S-400 missile system will face each other in Syria in coming weeks

As it became known, in July, an F-35 test fighter should be delivered to Israel from the USA specifically for tests against the anti-aircraft missile system, which is available at the Russian Khmeimim air base in Syria.

US is already testing a ‘secret’ aircraft to combat Russia’s S-400 systems [video]

The US military began to test new secret planes over the Mojave Desert, which, according to the America's The Drive magazine, could be an ideal adversary for an equally effective Russian air defense system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The new pilot helmet of the Su-57 will give an advantage in the aerial combat

The new helmet, designed for the fifth-generation Russian fighter Su-57, gives the pilot an advantage in aerial combat. He will be able to expand his field of view thanks to a helmet-mounted display system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

France is increasing its intelligence capabilities with its own surveillance UAVs

Minister of Armed Forces of France Florence Parley announced the transfer by the Directorate General for Armaments (DGA) of the first three reconnaissance LHC manufactured by Thales NE of the country, learned Bulgarian Military.com.

India faces China with the purchase of 20 new MiG-29s from Russia

The Indian Air Force intends to acquire from Russia 21 multi-purpose fourth-generation supersonic fighter Mig-29, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a sources from the Indian military sphere.

US sends special F-35 fighters to Israel to combat Russian S-400 missile systems

A special F-35 fighter designed for operations in the conditions of the Russian S-400 air defense system will be delivered to Israel from the United States in early July, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing IANed.

Turkey may purchase Be-200 amphibious aircraft from Russia after their lease

Turkey is considering the purchase of Russian Be-200 amphibious aircraft leased for four months to extinguish forest fires, Fizuli Mollayev, a member of the board of directors of the SMS operating company Savunma Sanayi

Russia is planning mass export of Su-57 and to enter the market of combat drones

Sukhoi intends to establish serial production of an export version of the fifth-generation Su-57 fighter and launch combat drones on the market, follows from the company's annual report for 2019, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

American F-16 fighter ‘reborn’ as a Russian criminal ghost in the sky

At the U.S. air base, Hill in Utah introduced the F-16 Fighting Falcon, a modernized for training exercises. He got a color that repeats in detail the serial and prototypes of the Russian Su-57, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

American fighter F-15 crashed into the North Sea

A US Air Force F-15 fighter flying on a training flight crashed on Monday to the North Sea off the coast of East Riding in Yorkshire, a county in northern England

Turkish UAV committed a ‘real genocide’ over Russian missile systems and set a record

The operational and tactical multi-purpose drones Bayraktar TB2 of the Turkish company Baykar Makina flew 200 thousand hours, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing manufacturer reports on Twitter.

Bell/Boeing consortium delivered the 400th Osprey V-22 tiltrotor to the customer

The first V-22 was delivered to the customer on May 24, 1999. Currently, purchases and deliveries are carried out as part of the third long-term contract for the supply of convertiplanes, the cost of which has currently increased to $ 5 billion.

Russia plans to set up a global network of submarine and surface UAVs

The Central Design Bureau for Marine Engineering Rubin is considering the creation of a global network of submarine and surface autonomous uninhabited vehicles, as well as unmanned aerial vehicles for large-scale scientific research

Prototype of a US hypersonic missile was destroyed during tests

A prototype test missile of the American hypersonic program, developed by order of the Pentagon, was destroyed in the United States during the tests, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Aviation Week publication.

Russian pilot revealed interesting details of the latest MiG-35 tests

When testing the latest MiG-35 fighter, a huge number of aircraft parameters are checked, and flight tasks sometimes amount to about 30 points, test pilot of the Russian MiG aircraft building corporation Dmitry Selivanov said.

Another incident with an American F-35 fifth generation fighter

The US Air Force Hill base runway temporarily ceased operations after a hard landing of a fifth-generation F-35A Lightning II fighter, which resulted in the aircraft landing gear breaking down.

Bulgaria wants to sell MiG-29s and buy another F-16 fighter jet

Bulgarian Minister of Defense Krasimir Karakachanov said that it is planned to sell MiG-29 fighters after arming F-16 Block 70 multi-role aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Polish news agency Defence 24.

The US has tested the possibility of the F-15 Eagle to become a nuclear bomber

Tests for the ability to carry B61-12 nuclear bombs were passed by F-15E Strike Eagle all-weather multirole strike fighter, on June 8 the Sandia National Laboratory press service reported, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Pentagon should be wary of the Russian Hunter UAV, experts said

The American magazine The National Interest published material in which he called the Russian drone "Hunter" "close to combat readiness", learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the magazine.

Berlin: The latest NH90 Sea Lion helicopter is finally in service

The German Navy resolved the difficulties that had arisen with the latest NH90 Sea Lion multi-purpose helicopter. Flight operations should begin on June 25th, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia has invented a new way to launch missiles, media announced

Specialists of the Fakel Design Bureau named after Grushin and NPP Radar MMS proposed firing rockets from aircraft from vertical launchers using a mortar launch, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the patent fdocumentation

Using of satellites makes F-35 stealth fighter visible to everyone

A military expert serving as an adviser to the three prime ministers of Japan noted that stealth fighters can be easily detected from space using satellites. The F-35 Lightning II is no exception.

Turkey unveiled its own-made T-629 armed attack helicopter

The development of the T-629 helicopter has been underway since 2017. In 2019, the company defended the helicopter project and began assembling the first flight model of the machine.

The unmanned mode of Su-57 fighter jet is a breakthrough, expert said

Russia has made a breakthrough in the development of the fifth-generation fighter Su-57 when it experienced an unmanned flight mode, reports BulgarianMilitary.com citing an expert from the Chinese portal Sohu.

Turkish company is constantly increasing the number of UAVs sold

The Turkish company Baykar Makina announced the delivery to the High Command of the Gendarmerie of three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) Bayraktar TB2 (Bayraktar TB2), learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Syria received second batch of modernized MiG-29 fighters from Russia

The Syrian army received a second batch of advanced MiG-29 fighters from Russia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Russian embassy in Syria statement. The exact number of aircraft was not indicated there.

Dogfight! F-16 Fighting Falcon vs. MiG-29/35 Fulcrum – who is better?

Perhaps there is no greater rivalry in the air between these two fighters - the American F-16 and the Russian MiG-29. When we talk about them, we have the feeling that they cannot really exist without each other.

The Pentagon spends $3,42 billion of Hydra-70 unguided missiles for USAF

The US Department of Defense announced the signing of an agreement on the supply and engineering support of 2.75-inch (70-mm) Hydra-70 unguided missiles for the United States Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Seoul chose the weapons for its own fifth-gen KF-X fighter jet

In South Korea, the selection process for high-precision munitions and guidance kits for equipping the promising multi-purpose fighter KF-X (Korean Fighter eXperimental) has completed

‘Flying arsenal’: the USAF turned a transport aircraft into a deadly bomber

According to Flightglobal, during the tests, the military dropped a transport pallet from the aircraft with two models of cruise missiles. These checks were considered successful.

Indonesia could make ‘unknown’ aerial hybrid – Su-35 with Western avionics

While Indonesia has shown a strong interest in the Su-35, which would provide it with the most modern and heaviest air superiority fighters in Southeast Asia, the country has faced two key problems with acquiring the platform.

Destruction of drones is becoming a mandatory training for Russian pilots

Starting this year, when crews conduct tactical flight maneuvers, live firing on targets that mimic small-sized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) will become mandatory, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia strengthens Syrian Air Force with second batch of updated MiG-29 fighters

The second group of modernized MiG-29s arriving from Russia joined the Syrian Air Force. From June 1, Syrian pilots will begin flying on these fighters, learned BugarianMilitary.com according several Russian sources.

The sixth batch of F-35A Lightning-II fighters arrived in Norway

According to the Norwegian Air Force command, another batch of three F-35A Lightning-2 fighters purchased in the USA arrived at the Erland Air Force Base, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Indian Tejas Mk1 light combat fighter goes into service

The Indian Air Force on May 27 at the Sulur airbase (Tamil Nadu) held an official ceremony to commission the first LCA Tejas Mk.1 light combat aircraft in full combat readiness standard (FOC)

Russia may adopt a new 80-millimeter S-8 unguided missiles for their Su-25s

The executive director of the Techmash research and production corporation, Alexander Kochkin, in an interview with RIA Novosti, reported on the planned serial deliveries of the latest Armor-Piercer missiles to the Russian army in 2021.

The Chinese fifth-generation J-20 fighter could be powered by new Russian engine

China is interested in acquiring a batch of Product 30 aircraft engines, which are being developed specifically for the Su-57 fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Chinese journalists report.

F-35 doesn’t fly: the systems of Danish fighter are not functioning properly

Next year, the first new Danish F-35 fighter aircraft will be ready. But serious technical problems remain with the new fighter aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Danish news agency Arbejderen.

The second C-130J Hercules aircraft arrived in Bangladesh

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) public relations service of Bangladesh, the second modernized BTA C-130J Hercules plane, acquired from the British Air Force, landed at Bangabandhu Air Force Base in Dhaka

Italian active decoy with a powerful ‘ghost’ radar signal will be tested

Leonardo’s US electronics division plans to test the latest variant of its BriteCloud expendable active decoy (EAD), which is designed to be equipped on large fixed-wing military aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Shephard Media.

‘Flying wing’: The production of Russian subsonic stealth bomber has begun

Russia has begun manufacturing the first prototype of a new generation of strategic bomber under the Advanced Aviation Complex for Long-Range Aviation (PAK DA, product 80), learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing TASS.

Border protection: China began testing its first unmanned helicopter

The first Chinese unmanned helicopter AR500C, designed for operations at high altitude, first took off. According to Defense World, in the future, Beijing will be able to use UAVs of this type when patrolling the border with India

France will deliver Rafale fighter jets to India without delay

The French side will deliver Rafale military aircraft to India without delay, French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain said May 24, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing The Indian Express.

The modernization of Greek F-16s is carried out according to the schedule

According to the Greek newspaper Greek City News, the modernization of the F-16 is part of a larger Greek Air Force upgrade program, which will also include the acquisition of new aircraft.

Northrop Grumman will offer Norway the MQ-4C UAV to monitor the Far North

Northrop Grumman announced plans to ship a high-altitude long-range UAV (HALE class) MQ-4C Triton to Norway to evaluate its use in conjunction with the Poseidon P-8A aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The last Su-57’s tests are over, serial production is forthcoming

The fifth-generation fighter Su-57 passed successful state tests, confirming all the specifications laid down. This was announced on May 20 by Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov in an interview with RIA Novosti

A US F-35 fifth generation fighter crashed – third stealth crash of the year

According to US information sources, the fifth generation F-35 fighter crashed on the territory of the US state of Florida. The plane crash occurred in the area of ​​Eglin air base, where only four days ago another American "stealth" - F-22 fighter crashed

The coronavirus is ‘slowly killing’ the planned deliveries of F-35s for 2020

The American defense corporation Lockheed Martin will increase the pace of production of fifth-generation F-35 fighters from May 23, but will not be able to deliver this year from 18 to 24 aircraft out of 141 planned, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

India will not buy either a Russian MiG-35 or an American F-21

India intends to abandon the acquisition of a large batch of fighters for its Air Force, as reported a few months earlier, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Aviapro and Reporter news agencies.

Su-34 is the best bomber in the world and ‘a true design masterpiece’

It is indicated that Chinese experts recognize the Su-34 as the best fighter-bomber in the world for its outstanding maneuverability, high speed and powerful arsenal for destroying various land and water targets.

Germany pays an additional $32.4M to continue using Heron-1 UAV in Mali

Last week, the German Parliament Budget Committee approved funding for the leasing of the Heron-1 UAV Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI) used by the German Armed Forces in Mali, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia is building a new ‘Caspian sea monster’, a US magazine reported

“The Sea Monster” was called the new Russian ekranoplan A-050 according American edition of We Are the Mighty, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The article is titled “Forget Godzilla, Russia is building a new sea monster”.

Egypt will receive the first two Su-35s before the end of the year

An another source from Russian Arms Trade Center said that the first two fighters for Egypt should be transferred to the African country before the end of this year. The full contract is planned to be completed in 2023.

Source: Russian Su-57 fighter fulfills unmanned mode during the tests

The latest Russian fifth-generation fighter Su-57 fulfills an unmanned mode during the tests, a source in the military-industrial complex told RIA Novosti, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

A US fifth generation F-22 Raptor fighter jet crashed in Florida

The fifth-generation American fighter F-22 crashed in Florida during a training flight. This was reported by the command of the Eglin Air Force Base, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The first A-400M aircraft designed for the Belgian Air Force, is ready for testing

According to the Ministry of Defense of Belgium, the first A-400M military transport aircraft ordered for the country's air force will soon make its first test flight, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia sold 26 Su-35 fighter jets to Egypt totalling $3 billion

Egypt signed a contract with Russia to acquire the largest batch of Russian Su-35 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Arabic news agency Mena Defense and Russian news agency Aviapro.

Video of the newest high-speed SB-1 Defiant helicopter developed by Sikorsky

The US Department of Defense is implementing the Future Vertical Lift program. Within its framework, a high-speed helicopter was created, called SB-1 Defiant. Its developer is the company Sikorsky Aircraft and the tests was posted online

Turkey’s actions undermine the potential of the F-35 fighter jet

The US believes that the issue of Turkey’s acquisition of Russian S-400 air defense systems remains the main irritant in relations between Washington and Ankara, US Special Representative for Syria James Jeffrey said.

What will the new U.S. Navy 6th generation fighter look like?

For the US Navy, a 6th generation fighter is designing, which will be different from the fighter planned for the Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according news agency Pravda.

India limits the purchase of other Sukhoi Su-30MKI to 12 aircraft only

The Indian state-owned company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) announced that it kas completed the Russian-licensed production of all 272 Sukhoi Su-30MKI multi-role fighters ordered by New Delhi.

Russia’s ‘Night Superhunter’ goes into production after successful combat tests

The development of "Night Superhunter" reached the finish line. By the end of the year, the Russian Mi-28NM attack helicopter will pass state tests, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Izvestia.

The NK-88 hydrogen engine opens the horizons for a Russian 6th gen fighters

Fifth-generation aircraft have already flown up, but the development of science and technology does not stand still, so more and more information appears on work on projects of 6th generation aircraft.

Even America doesn’t have the newest Apache 6 helis. The first batch goes to Qatar

The US aircraft and defense giant begins the delivery of AH-64E Version 6 Apache helicopters to an unnamed customer. The machine has a number of important improvements that allow you to fully reveal the potential of the air platform

Russia is developing a new attack aircraft to compete with F-16

Yakovlev Design Bureau recently began work on an attack aircraft based on the Yak-130. According to the company sources the new attack aircraft will seriously compete with the improved American F-16.

Vietnam: Russian S-400 should be wary of F-35 fighter jet attacks

The Vietnamese media attacked Russia with serious criticism regarding the effectiveness of the Russian Triumph S-400 air defense systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Aviapro and DatViet news agencies.

Boeing rolls out the first F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet fighter (video)

The American aircraft giant rolled out the first Block III version of the Super Hornet. Soon, such aircraft will enter the service of the US Navy, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Naked Science.

The Russia’s Su-57 fighter has several dozens flights over Syria alone

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov told the state tests of the fifth-generation Su-57 domestic fighter have reached their finals, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agecy Interfax.

Russia launched a new hypersonic missile from the board of Tu-22M3 bomber

Russia has tested a new hypersonic aircraft missile from a board of Tu-22M3 bomber-missile carrier, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a TASS source from the military-industrial complex.

The US invests in artificial intelligence systems for air combat domination

The Department of Defense Advanced Research Projects (DARPA) has awarded Dynetics, an American company, a contract of $ 12.3 million to work on a program previously called Air Combat Evolution (ACE)

Israelis developed a liferafts ejection system for tactical Hermes 900 UAV

The Israeli company Elbit Systems has developed for the tactical reconnaissance UAV Hermes 900 an ejection system for inflatable liferafts. According to Flightglobal the device can be used in long search and rescue operations at sea

Egypt plans to spend $2,3 billion to repair its AH-64E Apache helicopters

The possibility of repair and modernization of 43 AH-64E Apache Guardian combat helicopters of the Egyptian Armed Forces was approved by the US Department of State, the press service of the US DSCA reports

Russian Army receives Su-57 fighter jets with the new engines from mid-2020

From the mid-2020s, the supply of Su-57 fighters to the Russian Air Force will be carried out with the latest fifth-generation engine, said Deputy Defense Minister Alexei Krivoruchko on May 7 in an interview with National Defense magazine

A Russian attack multi-purpose helicopter Mi-35 crashed in Crimea

According to Russian media, the Russian Mi-35 attack helicopter, made a hard landing in the Dzhankoy area. The helicopter received very serious injuries - three people are in serious condition, while one pilot died.

A Russian guided missile for UAVs will carry a thermobaric warheads

According Russian news agency Izvestia the Russian drone drone “Okhotnik” and “Altius” are going to expand their arsenal with Grom guided missile, which are capable of hitting targets at a distance of over 100 kilometers.

Russian ‘Blackjack’ with hypersonic missile is deadly for Western missile defenses

A long-range bomber that can potentially carry either slow but long-range cruise missiles, or shorter range but extremely fast ballistic missiles, will complicate Western missile defenses that must prepare to stop multiple threats.

Russian Su-35 fighter gave China an advantage over the US Air Force

The Air Force of the People’s Liberation Army of China has an advantage over the US Air Force due to the operation of the Russian Su-35 generation 4 ++ along with the Chinese fifth-generation aircraft Chengdu J-20

The Chinese Xian H-20 subsonic stealth bomber will be ready this year

China will introduce the N-20 invisible bomber this year, and not in 2025, as was expected in the United States, learned BugarianMilitary.com citing the South China Morning Post and military sources.

Russia helped China to overcome US in the area of ​​single-engine fighters

Thanks to Russian engines, the Chinese J-10C fighter was able to surpass the American F-16V. This is stated in the publication of the American edition of Military Watch.

Boeing unveiled a prototype of semi-autonomous UAV for Australian Air Force

Boeing Corporation has rolled out a prototype of a promising unmanned aircraft for fighter aircraft. Soon they should begin ground tests of the complex, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia’s Su-57 fighter jets overcame US intelligence several times in Syria

Russian invisible Su-57 fighters several times overcame the US military in intelligence the Middle East. Such conclusions were made by analysts of the Vietnamese publication SOHA.

Turkish fifth-generation TF-X fighter jet came into new stage of its development

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has signed an agreement with HAVELSAN software developer. Under this agreement, HAVELSAN is required to develop software for the Turkish fifth-generation TF-X fighter jet

Egypt acquires UAVs, artificial intelligence and biotechnologies from Belarus

Belarusian remote-controlled aircraft will be produced in Egypt on the basis of an agreement between Minsk and Cairo signed at the beginning of the year, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing AnalisiDifesa

Swedish power: The UAE received the first SAAB’s Global Eye radar aircraft (AEW)

On April 29, Saab delivered the first of three Global Eye Swing Role Surveillance System radar planes to the United Arab Emirates Air Force under the 2015 contract, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russian MiG-31BM interceptor turned into a satellite killer, the US claims

The weapon "includes tiny satellites equipped with weapons, a small accelerating engine and an MiG-31 interceptor, which acts as the first stage of the entire system," an article published by NI says.

Deja vu! India wants to buy 10 of Russian Kamov Ka-31 AEW helicopters, again

India thinks again and defines the purchase of ten AEW (Airborne Early Warning - radar discovery and aerial surveillance aircraft) Kamov Ka-31 “Helix” helicopters as compelling

Top 5 best Russian fighter jets – 4++ and 5th generations

One of the best air defense defenses in the world is Russian. But every military expert knows that in order to protect your territory you need to have, in addition to the best system on earth, its equivalent in the air.

The fifth-generation Chinese fighters have a serious engine problem

Despite the fact that in China they constantly declare the perfection of their fifth generation fighter J-20, it has serious problems. It's about its engines, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Glas.

Russia developed a military UAVs type identification and recognition system

The UAV counteraction system capable of determining its type is being created by the Vega concern, which is part of Rostec, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according company statement on April 30.

Iran continues to arm its forces – IRGC will receive Fotros strategic UAVs

The Armed Land Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will receive the Fotros strategic unmanned aerial vehicle for use, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Tasnim news agency.

Russia tries something different – an ‘electric’ Su-57 fighter jet

Russian aerospace forces can get an "electric plane." On a fifth-generation fighter, hydraulic systems will be replaced by electric engines, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Izvestia.

Stealth’s problem: the F-35 is not able to fly for a long time at supersonic speed

The F-35 version for the U.S. Navy and for the U.S. Marine Corps is not able to fly for a long time at supersonic speed, otherwise the plane may get damaged and lose invisibility to the enemy, Defense News reports.

Russian Su-57 fighter jet is a failure because of bad decisions, US claims

The failures of the promising Russian Su-57 fighter are explained by the curtailment of work on the experimental prototype of the fifth-generation Soviet fighter MiG-1.44 MFF, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia creates an insidious and compact stealth helicopter-jet

The Russian company "Kamov" creates a subtle compact helicopter-jet hybrid. The new vehicle presumably could be used for military purposes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing to The National Interest (NI) magazine.

The F-22’s modernization: the ‘Raptor’ remains in service until 2060

In the United States announced the modernization of F-22 fighters, which should allow aircraft to remain in service until the 2060s, when they are finally replaced by sixth generation aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Su-57’s high cost and old engines failed the deal with India

The official reason for India’s refusal from the Russian Su-57 is due to the high cost of fighters equipped with old engines. At the same time, experts believe that New Delhi’s refusal is not associated with technical defects.

The Arctic case: US will deploy a total of 52 F-35 fighter jets to Alaska

The US Air Force command began to deploy to the Eielson air base in Alaska the 5th generation F-35A fighter jets, which will be part of the 354th fighter wing, belonging to the 11th Air Army in the North Pacific, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The bidders for India’s new fighter jet have become known

The bidders for India's new fighter jet are all world leaders in the industry, said Anton Chernov, regional director of the MiG corporation (part of the UAC, which is part of Rostec), learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Norway plans to buy more F-35 fighter jets to defend itself against Russia

In a 123-page national defense development plan presented at a press conference by Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Sulberg and Defense Minister Frank Bakke-Jensen, Russia is mentioned 58 times, and China - 52 times.

Germany is ready to purchase 45 F-18 fighters from the USA

A letter stating that Germany is ready to buy 45 Boeing F-18 fighter jets from the US, sent German Secretary of Defense Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer to Pentagon CEO Mark Esper

The use of UAVs by Turkey is unprecedented in its scale and effectiveness

Turkey’s use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Syria and Libya is unprecedented in its scale and effectiveness, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing MiddleEAST telegram channel.

Boeing: the 500th Apache Guardian left our assembly line

AH-64 helicopter manufacturers boasted of their success. On April 16, the janes.com portal announced that the 500th Apache Guardian had left the assembly line of Boeing, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

New military strike drones came into service at the Iranian army

Three drones capable of delivering bombs over a distance of 1,500 km were put into the arsenal of the Iranian army, country's defense minister Amir Khatami said on Saturday at a ceremony for the transfer of these devices

The first F-15QA fighter built for the Qatar Air Force flew into the sky

The first F-15QA fighter built for the Qatar Air Force flew into the sky. In terms of its capabilities, the aircraft is close to the F-15SA aircraft delivered earlier to Saudi Arabia and the promising F-15EX, which the US Air Force can get.

Lockheed’s Sikorsky introduced a high-speed combat helicopter Raider-X

The helicopter received the designation Raider-X. Like its predecessor, the new helicopter has a coaxial vinyl carrier and one pusher propeller at the rear. A promising vehicle will be able to reach speeds of approximately 380 kilometers per hour using the General Electric T901 engine.

A US test-pilot calls F-35 fighter jet useless for Marine Corps

Moreover, these expensive machines and their maintenance will place a heavy burden on the military, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the test pilot Raymond “Chip” Dudderar's opinion.

‘An air sniper’ – Su-57 will be able to exploit the vulnerability of US aircraft

According to him, this high-speed “air sniper” with a wingspan of 20 feet (15.2 m), which flies at a very high altitude, can easily destroy enemy radars and shoot down enemy aircraft.

A supersonic interceptor aircraft MiG-31 crashed in Kazakhstan

The MiG-31 fighter of the air force of Kazakhstan crashed near the airport of Karaganda. The pilots were able to catapult, there were no dead, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Ministry of Defense statement on April 16.

Russia began to develop a light multi-functional front-line fighter jet

The press service of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC, part of Rostec) announced the start of research in the interests of creating a new platform for operational tactical aviation, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

A military helicopter crashed in France, two people died

The accident occurred around 16:30 in a commune located 22 km northeast of Tarbes. According to the prefecture, two wounded were evacuated by helicopter to the hospitals of Tarba and Toulouse. Two of them are in critical condition.

The fifth-generation American fighter F-35 was tested in Syria

The United States demonstrated its military power by testing the fifth-generation F-35A Lightning II fighter in Syria. Pictures of this flight were posted on the official Twitter account of the international anti-terrorist coalition led by Washington.

Israel’s Elbit to upgrade the capabilities of their UAV’s for Latin American customers

Elbit Systems announced Sunday that it was awarded two contracts valued at a total of approximately $20 million from Latin American customers to upgrade the capabilities of their Hermes 900 unmanned aircraft systems

Israel called the advantages of its F-35I over the Russian Su-27

The National Interest magazine published an article in which it noted that the main problem of the American F-35 fighters is their maintenance, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The US supersonic strategic B-1B bomber will receive 31 hypersonic missiles

The B-1B Lancer supersonic strategic bomber of the United States with a variable sweep wing can be equipped with 31 hypersonic missiles. This statement was voiced by US Air Force General Timothy Ray

Azerbaijan selects new fighter between Su-35 and MiG-35

As part of the military-technical cooperation between Baku and Moscow, a group of specialists of the Azerbaijani Air Force visited earlier in Russia the enterprises of the military-industrial complex for the production of Su-35 and MiG-35 aircraft

Russian Su-57 and its ‘assistant’ will not leave a chance to US, China said

Everyone says that the era of fifth-generation aircraft has come, but the confrontation of fighters of this generation can be observed infrequently. Currently, only a few countries can produce fifth-generation aircraft.

Russian Su-35S with hypersonic missiles are relevant for Turkey

Russia has taken a new course - it has been reported that it has launched test flights aimed at testing the compatibility of the R-37M hypersonic air-to-air missile with the Russian Su-35C multi-role fighter.

Why Iran might prefer Chinese fighters than the Russian MiG-35?

After the end of the arms embargo in October 2020, Iran will be able to acquire, among other things, fighters for its Air Force. It was previously believed that Tehran would most likely stop at Russian planes, but now China may be in the favorites.

Japan begins to develop a new own stealth fighter jet

A special group to develop the successor to the Japanese F-2 fighter was created by the Procurement, Technology and Logistics Agency of the Ministry of Defense of Japan, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing The Japan Times.

The Russian Su-35 fighter jet is armed with unique hypersonic weapons

Unique Russian super-maneuverable fighters armed with hypersonic missiles. The arsenal of fourth-generation Su-35 aircraft will replenish the R-37M air-to-air ammunition.

Russia keeps in secret the Tu-160’s engine more seriously than the atomic bomb design

Military observers of the Chinese edition of Sohu talked about the unique Russian technology - the NK-32 engine, which the army representatives of the Russian Federation store more seriously than the design of the atomic bomb

Russia unveils the uniqueness of the weapons used by the Su-57

The fifth-generation Russian fighter Su-57 has no analogues in the world in terms of the range of weapons used, said the first deputy general director of the Sukhoi company, director of the Sukhoi Design Bureau.

Russian Su-35 fighter jet outperforms US F-16 and warries NATO

The Russian Su-35 multipurpose fighter outperforms the American F-16 not only in maneuverability and close combat, but also in terms of protection against the effects of precision weapons.

Russian MiG-35 is one of the best 4++ gen fighters in the world, US said

The American publication The National Interest in the article praised the modern Russian fourth-generation fighter MiG-35 manufactured by the Russian Aircraft Corporation, which can be classified as 4 ++.

The American F-16 fighter jet has surpassed the Russian MiG-29

The American magazine The National Interest called the F-16 the most “successful” light multi-role fighter, which has long “stuck in the belt” of a competitor - the MiG-29, learned BulgarianMilitary.

Coronavirus canceled the tests of the newest F-35 Lightning II fighter

In the United States, the tests of the newest F-35 Lightning II fighter were canceled. The cause of the failure was called the coronavirus pandemic, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defense News.

Russian unmanned ‘reconnaissance killer’ performs combat missions with AI

In the arsenal of the Russian Aerospace Forces will appear unmanned "reconnaissance killer." The Altius shock drone will be equipped with artificial intelligence elements and will be “taught” to remotely interact with the fifth-generation Su-57 fighter.

The Russia’s MiG-35 ‘downed’ the French fighter Rafale from Indian market

Russian MiG-35 "killed" the French fighter Rafale. Experts from the Hindustan Times believe that the spread of the coronavirus did not allow France to sell fighter jets to India, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

A Russia’s Su-27 fourth-gen fighter jet crashed into the Black Sea

The Su-27 fighter, according to preliminary data, crashed into the Black Sea, an operation to search for a pilot was organized, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Russian Defense Ministry statement.

A Russian Su-57 fighter jet fired a rocket from a vertical position (video)

The fifth-generation Russian fighter was able to launch missiles not only from a horizontal position, but also from a vertical one, which allows this aircraft to effectively emerge victorious from any air battle

A Russian L-39 military aircraft crashed in the Kuban, the pilot died

A TASS source said that the accident occurred in the area of ​​the village of Dmitrievskaya. The plane belonged to the Tikhoretsk branch of the Krasnodar Flight School. According to the interlocutor of journalists, a cadet was at the helm.

Russia secretly tested a new precision laser-guided artillery weapon in Syria

In December 2019, in the Syrian province of Idlib, during fierce battles between government forces and militants, Russian troops were also seen using extremely unusual weapons, learned Bulgarianmilitary.com

South Korea prepares an answer to the Russian Su-57 and the American F-35

A coronavirus pandemic could hit not only the Russian Su-57 fighter, but also other promising aircraft. Earlier, South Korea announced the development of its fifth-generation aircraft.

The coronavirus shut down the production line of French fighters Rafale

Journalists note that the French side decided to postpone supplies against the backdrop of the threat of the spread of coronavirus infection, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing several french media

The UK is ready to put F-35 fighters into operational use

The United Kingdom has officially declared the operational competence of the F-35 stealth aircraft in the RAF, despite deficiencies in aircraft availability and training and logistics systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The US: Russian supersonic bomber Tu-160 is the most powerful ever to fly

The Russian supersonic strategic bomber Tu-160 "White Swan" is the most powerful and largest missile carrier in the world, writes the American magazine The National Interest, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Coronavirus may delay Rafale fighter jets delivery to India

Delivery of the first four Rafale fighters to India, may be delayed. New Delhi expects Paris to respond when it plans to fly, but there are indications that the coronavirus spread situation may change these plans.

Russian Su-35 is a threat to American fighter jets, a US magazine said

The publication describes the main advantages of the Russian aircraft as its maneuverability superior to the evasion methods of almost all existing fourth-generation fighters and weapons.

A trap for Russia’s Air Defense Systems – US develops a ‘phantom’ missile

The contract for its development, the command of the US Navy aviation systems will conclude with Raytheon. Thanks to this, the Americans will create a false target for enemy air defense.

The F-35’s data is the ‘apple of discord’ between US Government and Lockheed

The US Department of Defense and the American company Lockheed Martin are fighting for access to the Failure reporting, analysis and corrective action system (FRACAS) data of the fifth generation F-35 Lightning II fighter

Indonesia won’t buy Russian Su-35s and the $1.14 billion deal failed

Indonesia refused to buy Russian Su-35 fighters due to threats of US sanctions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Russian news agency TASS with reference to Bloomberg.

Pakistani fighter jet crashed in Islamabad. It is supposed to be either an F-16 or JF-17

Speculative news circulating on social media suggest it was an F-16. Rescue sources say the aircraft crashed in the Chaand Taara area near the capital while rehearsing for the March 23 flypast.

US transfers B-2 Spirit strategic stealth bombers to Europe

Strategic stealth bombers B-2 Spirit arrived at the forward Lazhes air base in the Portuguese Azores in the East Atlantic near Europe to conduct training flights at the theater of war, the U.S. European Command reported

A Russian military satellite received new protection of interception

The Avtomatika concern of the Rostec state corporation has created a device for protecting data transmitted from the ground to the Meridian spacecraft launched on February 20 from the Plesetsk cosmodrome

Turkey will begin to produce armed unmanned systems in Ukraine

On the territory of Ukraine might start production of Turkish armed unmanned systems. According to the former head of the Ukrainian military department, Ankara and Kyiv are working on such a plan

Israel buys 8 KC-46 aircraft and related equipment from US totalling $2.4 billion

he State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Israel of up to eight (8) KC-46 aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.4 billion, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russian Su-57 will not be able to shoot down F-22 or F-35 from a long distance

Experts analyzed the combat characteristics of the Su-57 weapons and concluded that it would not be able to hit the F-22 or F-35 from a distance of several hundred kilometers, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

More than half of Bulgarian military aviation equipment is defective

Despite of the statements of the political leadership and the Minister of Defense Krasimir Karakachanov that the trends have already been reversed, the statistics remain worrying

Iran might buy medium or high class fighters. Here are the five options

Iran’s Air Force is currently in poor shape to defend the country, and no new classes of combat jet have been acquired since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.

End of story – Turkey is no longer on the F-35 program list

The American company Lockheed Martin, which is engaged in the production of F-35A fighters, put an end to the discussion of Turkey's participation in the project

Saab is offering Gripen E to replace the existing Canadian CF-18 Hornet fighters

Saab is offering Gripen E, with the support of the Swedish government, for Canada’s future fighter requirement of 88 new aircraft to replace the Royal Canadian Air Force’s existing CF-18 Hornet fighter fleet

India has plans to produce attack helicopter comparable with U.S. Apache

In an ambitious project with strategic significance, aerospace major Hindustan Aeronautics has started ground work to produce a 10 to 12 tonne attack helicopter by 2027

The U.S. armed forces have introduced a long range hypersonic weapon model

The U.S. armed forces have introduced a Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) model, according to the Next Generation Weapons Technology community, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

UAE upgrades the precision targeting capability of its Mirage fighters fleet

Lockheed Martin received a direct commercial sale contract from the United Arab Emirates Air Force and Air Defence (AFAD) for expedited delivery of Sniper Advanced Targeting Pods (ATP), spares and upgrades

UAE unveils its first locally made vertical take-off and landing drone

A United Arab Emirates company has unveiled its first locally made vertical-takeoff-and-landing drone, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Defense News.

Wich fighter jet is better? F-15 and Su-35 will fight for India

Experts of the publication compared the prospects of these fighters, since both aircraft are believed to be in the MW, participate in a tender for the supply of the Indian Air Force

Russian Su-57 vs U.S. F-35 – the F-35 is likely to destroy Su-57, China said

While the fifth-generation Russian fighter Su-57 is undergoing many years of testing, the American F-35 has been in service for a long time. Many Internet users are wondering which fighter is better: Su-57 or F-35?

A Russian-made MiG-29K fighter jet by Indian Air force crashed

The MiG-29K crashed in Indian Goa during a training flight, the pilot is alive, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according a spokesman for the Indian Navy statement

China is interested of Su-57 fighter jet and purchase is possible

BEIJING, (BM) - Chief designer at China’s Shenyang Aircraft Design Institute Wang Yongqing in a recent interview with Chinese media praised the design of Russia’s new Su-57 next generation fighter - a fighter which the Chinese People's Liberation Army is expected to order for its Air Force or its Navy in the near future, learned…

Turkey has stopped negotiations of Russian Su-35 or Su-57 fighters purchase

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - Some Turkish and Russian media claim that Turkey is not longer interested of purchasing of russian Su-35 and Su-57 fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Read more: Turkey has decided which aircraft will replace the US F-35 fighter jet We recall that a few months ago, Turkey declared great interest in the Russian…

Pakistan’s JF-17 fighters will integrate the already tested RAAD-II missile

ISLAMABAD, (BM) - On 18 February Pakistan’s Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced the successful testing of a RAAD-II air launched nuclear capable cruise missile, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The missile was launched by a Mirage III fighter, and would allow the aircraft to strike targets unto 600km away. This new capability…

Kuwait refused to accept 30 French helicopters because of technical defects

KUWAIT CITY, (BM) - In 2016, the Ministry of Defense of Kuwait ordered thirty H225M Caracal helicopters for 1.07 billion euros. A few days ago, they said they refused to accept cars. Cause? Detection of unspecified technical defects in duplicate, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing sources from Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense. Read more: Kuwait…

Russia plans to buy several dozen Su-34 front-line bombers

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Russian Ministry of Defense plans in the summer to sign a new contract for the supply of several dozen Su-34 front-line bombers to the Russian Aerospace Forces, the combat capabilities of which will be expanded based on the Sych development work, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according TASS information and a source from Russian…

India bought single-engine Tejas fighter jets totalling $5,5B

NEW DELHI, (BM) - India has bought new single-engine Tejas fighters from the local company HAL as the largest military purchase in recent years, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing TV channel Zvezda. The total transaction for the purchase of aircraft transactions amounted to $ 5.46 billion. It is noted that initially, an Indian…

Israel may buy Boeing F-15I fighters to replace the Lockheed’s F-35s

TEL AVIV, (BM) - The Israeli leadership has revised its approaches to the IDF rearmament program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Topwar. “Under the knife” already fell part of the military equipment that was planned to be purchased from the United States. The threat of defense sequestration looms over the most advanced US product - the…

The safety of Russian fighter jets are in very great doubt, including Su-57

MOSCOW, (BM) - The safety of flights of Russian combat aircraft and helicopters, and their effectiveness in combat, are in very great doubt, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The reason for this is the fact that during the flight, fasteners can fall off, which in turn can lead to both the failure of fighter and helicopter systems and the loss of…

Bulgaria will receive its F-16 Block 70 fighter jets through NATO agency

SOFIA, (BM) - The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) will deliver Bulgaria from the United States the new F-16 Block 70 fighter jets and their equipment, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: The Bulgarian Ministry of Defence Transferred to…

Japan launched spy satellite to monitor North Korea’s nuclear and missile sites

TOKYO, (BM) - Japan on Sunday launched the new Optical 7 reconnaissance satellite from Tanegashima Cosmodrome in southwestern Kagoshima Prefecture. This was announced by the developer of the orbiter Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com …

India is ready to spend $2,6B for new naval helicopters by US’ Lockheed Martin

NEW DELHI, (BM) - India is set to give final approval to a $2.6 billion deal for military helicopters from U.S. defence firm Lockheed Martin ahead of a proposed visit by U.S. President Donald Trump this month, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing defence and industry sources. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and…

Russia’s “Night Super Hunters” helicopters will become fighters and air killers

MOSCOW, (BM) - "Night Superhunters" will become air killers. The latest Russian Mi-28NM attack helicopter will turn into a fighter capable of handling enemy aircraft, drones and cruise missiles. Powerful R-74M ammunition will be installed on board the rotorcraft to destroy air targets. They are able to bring down even fifth-generation aircraft. At…

Australia buys F-18’s anti-ship missiles for about $1 billion

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Government of Australia has requested to buy up to two hundred (200) AGM-158C, Long Range Anti-Ship Missiles (LRASMs); and up to eleven (11) ATM-158C LRASM Telemetry Variant (Inert). Also included are DATM-158C LRASM, Captive Air Training Missiles (CATM-158C LRASM), containers, support and test equipment, publications and…

Russia equips Tu-160 strategic bomber with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia’s top military brass plans to arm Tupolev Tu-160 supersonic strategic bombers with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, a source in the defense industry told TASS on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "The possibility of deploying Kinzhal missiles on Tu-160 aircraft is being considered. The work on this option is due to be…

Iran has obtained the secret codes of a US strategic intelligence drone

TEHRAN, (BM) - The commander of the aerospace forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) of Iran, Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh said that his country uses technology to neutralize the US strategic reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) RQ-4, "even if they are thousands of kilometers from Iranian borders ", learned…

Germany begins to slow down FCAS program. Europe wates Su-57’s data

BERLIN, (BM) - A number of European countries intend to participate in the program to create a new generation fighter. The project has already managed to get the name Future Combat Air System (FCAS), as BulgarianMilitary.com has reported last year. Read more: Russian military specialists killed; Haftar receives Chinese drones; IDF strikes Hamas…

The Russia’s Su-24 bomber almost crashed (video)

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Su-24 bomber was landing without a chassis and at the last second avoided a collision with the ground. A video of the incident was published in the telegram channel “The View of a Man”, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "A classic case for the Air Force. January 2020. The Su-24 crew is confident that it is landing with the main…

Turkey has decided which aircraft will replace the US F-35 fighter jet

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced the creation of Turkish-made fighters by 2023, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Turkish president statement. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Turkey ‘takes down’ F-35 with the desire to integrate the S-400…

Russian Su-35 fighter jet is more successful, better and beats Su-57, US said

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The American publication The National Interest notes that the Su-35 was a transitional option until the launch of mass production of the Su-57, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Dogfight! Russia’s Su-35 and Su-57 vs. F-35 Stealth…

Did Poland buy F-35 fighter jets without any weapons?

WARSAW, (BM) - Polish media disclose information about a deal with the United States for the supply of F-35 fighters. It may well turn out that Washington will supply the fifth generation fighters without weapons, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Germany and France exclude Poland from military projects Military observer Zbigniew…

Su-57’s deal: Russia officially invited India to create a fifth generation fighter

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia is ready together with India to create a fifth-generation fighter; a positive signal to intensify this work may be a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense for the purchase of Su-57, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, accoeding Minister of Industry and Trade Denis Manturov statement. Read more: The Russia`s Su-57…

A Russian military satellite may have been destroyed, US scientist said

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The American scientist expressed his version of why the military satellite Cosmos-2491 ceased to function, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting a statement of the US scientist Jonathan McDowell. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com According to official figures, in the…

The Russian nightmare called B-21 Raider is dangerous stealth weapon

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The U.S. Air Force has released the first official artist’s concept of the highly classified B-21 Raider next generation stealth program - the design of which has been speculated ever since the program was announced in September 2016, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoted several sources. Read more: Military and defense…

India might replace the Russian Su-57 with the American F-21

NEW DELHI, (BM) - India might replace the Russian Su-57 with the American F-21and the possibility of this happening is real, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting several sources. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Contrary to the fact that India previously actively criticized the American…

‘F-35 destroys Russia’s S-400’ is not mission impossible anymore

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey unveils an unexpected flaw in the Russian S-400 missile system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com quoting russian agency Avia.pro. According to the media agency, they have material, which, in fact, is an infographic of the effectiveness of the Russian S-400. REPORT: What are the advantages of the new Russian missile…

Germany has refused to buy MQ-4C Triton surveillance drones. The deal was for $2,5B

BERLIN, (BM) - The German government has cancelled plans for a $2.5 billion contract to acquire Northrop Grumman’s MQ-4C Triton heavyweight high endurance surveillance drones, instead opting for the manned Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft which is also capable of performing signals intelligence, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military…

Russian Su-27 fighter jet is an “aerial scalpel” and has learned NATO manners

BEIJING, (BM) - After the Second World War, the aviation industry began to develop rapidly. In the postwar years, various countries of the world began to actively modernize their military aircraft, which over time already began to use aircraft with jet engines. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating –…

Russia’s Kalashnikov starts to produce unguided aircraft missiles

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Kalashnikov group of companies bought 41% of the shares of the developer of the Novosibirsk Institute of Applied Physics (IAP) from the NPO Kurganpribor, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Kalashnikov press service statement. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com …

Supersonic targets have been intercepted by Russia’s MiG-31 in a drill

MOSCOW, (BM) - The crews of MiG-31 interceptor fighters from Russia’s Central Military District practiced complex aerobatic maneuvers as combat pairs and trained to intercept supersonic targets in the stratosphere during drills in the Perm Region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the District’s press office statement on Thursday. Read…

The U.S. has successfully tested AI in an aerial battle with an F-15 fighter

WASHINGTON, (BM) - A team of scientists at Johns Hopkins University in the United States has successfully tested artificial intelligence involved in an aerial battle with an F-15 fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting MKRU and online edition N+1. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com …

Video of the first flight of newest Russian Su-35S fighter jet

MOSCOW, (BM) - The first flights and the development of air missions of the Su-35S squadron of the Western Military District (ZVO) took place in Karelia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. New fighters were received for the aviation group at the end of 2019. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com …

A Russian Su-30 fighter jet of Algerian Air Forces crashed

ALGIERS, (BM) - The Su-30 fighter crashed in the province of Umm al-Boisi in northeast Algeria on Monday evening, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com The crash news was announced on Tuesday by the Algerian television channel En Nahar. …

Russia’s drone “Hunter” has conducted a secret mission against US air defense system

MOSCOW, (BM) - The United States linked the first flight of the heavy Russian UAV Okhotnik (Hunter) with Russia's withdrawal from the Treaty on the Elimination of Intermediate and Shorter Range Missiles, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting the National Interest and Utro.ru. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and…

An air battle between Su-57 and F-35 fighter jets – how it ends?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Journalists of the American edition of The National Interest appreciated the prospects of the latest Russian Su-57 fighter in a battle with the fifth-generation F-35 aircraft of the US Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Polit Russia and the Natioanl Interest. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments,…

A new ‘carrier killer’ ballistic missile on service in Chinese Air force

BEIJING, (BM) - China’s ‘Modern Ships’ publication in November revealed artwork of a large new anti ship ballistic missile which is set to be integrated onto the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) new H-6N medium weight tactical bomber - the latest iteration of the H-6 design which, in response to a growing and often hostile Western naval presence…

Russia has developed a new helicopter for special forces needs

MOSCOW, (BM) - According to a source, the developed combat aerial vehicle will become an intermediate link on the way from Mi-8 to a promising helicopter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Voennoe Delo. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Russia and China to Develop a…

US will test the Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 fighter jets

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The US will test the Russian Su-57 fighter in simulation conditions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Science and Technology publication reported January 23, citing American media. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Russian Su-57 lost the aerial…

Russian Su-57 lost the aerial battle with F-22 and F-35 – they’re just invincible

MOSCOW, (BM) - The US will be the first to say a new word in military aviation, and Russia is well aware of this. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Dogfight! Russia’s Su-35 and Su-57 vs. F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet In the near future, the US Air Force will reach a fundamentally…

Indonesia might buy Rafale 4++ fighter jets. Rumors or not, this is a bad choice

JAKARTA, (BM) - The Indonesian Armed Forces are reportedly considering placing an order for Dassault Rafale ‘4+ Generation’ twin engine medium fighters from France, alongside possible orders for Scorpene Class submarines and Gowind Class corvettes. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com The…

The new Russian Su-34 will be able to detect and shoot down invisible targets

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russian Aerospace Forces will receive a "Super-Defender." Already this year, serial production of an updated version of the Su-34 bomber will begin (NATO designation Fullback - “Defender”), learned BulgarianMiltary.com, quoting Izvestia. The machine is assigned the HBO index - “new features”. The aircraft will be equipped with…

New try of Croatia to buy new or second hand fighter jets

ZAGREB, (BM) - Croatia is making another attempt to renew its fighter fleet, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Yesterday, January 20, the Croatian Ministry of Defense officially announced a new tender for the purchase of military aircraft. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com In 2018, Croatia…

NATO’s new spy tool can peer into Russia for 200 kilometers

OSLO, (BM) - When the new NATO spy drones take to the wing, the alliance and its 29 members will have a unique opportunity to get an idea of ​​what is happening in the territories adjacent to NATO. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com “They will fly over NATO territory. But they will be able…

US unveils X-61A drone by the Pentagon’s Gremlins program (video)

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The American company Dynetics published a video with the first flight of the X-61A drone, which is created with the support of the Pentagon as part of the Gremlins program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, qioting Vzglyad. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com The drone was…

The Indian Su-30MKIs will already carry the supersonic BrahMos cruise missiles

NEW DELHI, (BM) - India now has a new lethal weapons platform to keep a ‘strategic eye’ over the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), especially the Bay of Bengal, as well as carry out ‘long-range precision strikes’ against hostile aircraft carriers or other high-value targets by day and night in all-weather conditions in the region, learned…

US UAV conducted reconnaissance near Crimean borders

MOSCOW, (BM) - The American strategic drone conducted reconnaissance off the Crimean borders, the monitoring resource PlaneRadar reports, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Crimean S-400 Combat Teams are Holding Air Defense Drills The U.S. Air…

The Su-57 fighter jet is not even ready to fly, Russian specialists say

MOSCOW, (BM) - The crashed Russian Su-57 was found to have at least four critical problems, learned BulgarianMiltary.com, according published report in Military Review of some russian experts. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Dogfight! Russia’s Su-35 and Su-57 vs. F-35 Stealth…

Rolls Royce has announced the development of engines for Tempest fighter jets

LONDON, (BM) - Britain’s Rolls Royce, world's second largest manufacturer of aircraft engines, has announced that it has begun development of engines for the country’s Tempest sixth generation fighter program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Britain’s BAE…

Several Israel’s F-16s damaged, the Government tried to censored the information (photos)

TEL AVIV, (BM) - Several fighter jets were damaged last week as heavy rains flooded their hangars, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, the military acknowledged Sunday, following attempts to have the information censored. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Israel will acquire 50 F-35…

The Russian Su-57 can beat F-35 someday, but not right now, a Russian expert explains

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Russian Su-57 fighter is already a good combat vehicle. However, there is still something to improve, for example, in order to bypass the American F-35 in terms of basic indicators, expert Vladimir Vasiliev believes. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read special report:…

Russian Mig-31M has launched hypersonic Kinzhal missile (video)

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Russian Ministry of Defense published footage of the launch of the dagger hypersonic aerial ballistic missile MiG-31K fighter during exercises in the Black Sea, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Joint maneuvers of the Black Sea and Northern Fleets took place on January 9 off the coast of Crimea. They involved more than…

Singapore buys F-35 fighter jets

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The U.S. government on Thursday formally approved Singapore to become the next customer of the F-35 joint strike fighter, paving the way for a future sale, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense News. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Last year, Singaporean…

Russian UAVs and weapons with AI have been used in Syria

BEIJING, (BM) - On October 25, a senior official in the Russian ground forces announced that the latest Kungas robot had successfully passed tests in the country. It is reported that until 2025 a unit consisting entirely of robots and capable of performing combat missions will be formed in the Russian troops. Read more: Military and defense…

Greece buys F-35 for air superiority over Turkey

ATHENS, (BM) - Greece will mainly modernize its military aviation by purchasing 24 F-35 fighter jets from the United States, learned BulgarianMiitary.com, quoting BTA. Defense Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos said in an interview with Sky TV that Greece will also modernize its existing F-35 and Mirage fighter jets. Read more: Military and…

The new Russian Su-57 fighter jet can get a plasma weapon

MOSCOW, (BM) - Fifth-generation Russian Su-57 fighters now, after a successful test in Syria, can get new weapons - hypersonic missiles and plasma weapons, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting the former head of the anti-aircraft missile forces of the Special Forces Command of the Russian Air Force, Sergey Khatylev. Read more: Military and…

Russia’s MiG-25 is fastest high-speed military fighter in the world, japanese analyst said

TOKYO, (BM) - Japanese military analyst Mori Kentaro spoke about the MiG-25 fighter, which is "the fastest in the world", learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting a statement of the expert shared on Yahoo News Japan. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com MiG-25 is still the fastest high-speed…

Russian fighter Su-57 continues to ‘fall down’ – losses from Chinese J-20 in battle of height

BEIJING, (BM) - According to Chinese news agencies, a fifth-generation Russian fighter is seriously inferior to a Chinese combat aircraft in high-altitude combat, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Dogfight! Russia’s Su-35 and Su-57 vs. F-35 Stealth…

Israel will acquire 50 F-35 fighter jets

TEL AVIV, (BM) - The Israeli Air Force plans to soon acquire 50 F-35 stealth fighters. This was told by a senior representative of Lockheed Martin Corporation, which produces airplanes, learned Bulgarianmilitary.com, according report of Israel Hiom. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read…

The US will spend $2 billion to service the F-35 in 2020

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The United States will spend $ 2 billion this year on the maintenance and support of 5-generation F-35 Lightning II multipurpose fighter jets consisting of the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps (IMS), and the armed forces of a number of foreign customers, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes,…

Russian Su-57 is an unsuccessful clone of F-22 and F-35 and “an airplane for losers”

MOSCOW, (BM) - According to the Russian publication Lenta.ru, citing data from The Aviationist magazine, the fifth-generation Russian fighter Su-57 is an unsuccessful clone of the American F-22 and F-35, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Dogfight!…

Russia’s answer to the US – new next-gen hypersonic interceptors and stealth bombers

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia's Air Force modernisation efforts of the past two decades have focused almost exclusively on developing enhanced derivatives of Soviet era airframes to integrate next generation technologies - the Su-35, MiG-29SMT and Tu-22M3M being prime examples. As many of the country's adversaries move to further modernise their…

JF-17 Block 3 fighter jet is important for Pakistan and can change the regional power (video)

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - Today, countries in the world that are capable of producing their own fighter jets are counted on the fingers of both hands. It is a little known fact that Pakistan is one of these countries. To be fair, the JF-17 is not all Pakistani production. This aircraft is a joint venture manufacture between two military players -…

Algeria plans to invest around $2B for aircraft, including Su-57, media reported

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - In the last few days, information has been intensely reported in the world media that Algeria is ready to invest approximately $ 2 billion for the purchase of new fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. DEFENSEWEEK'S REPORT: The Su-57’s uncontrolled flight in the sky: what ‘killed’ the aircraft? Read more:…

Pakistani JF-17 fighter jet has already new pilot double seat version

ISLAMABAD, (BM) - The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Friday unveiled its first batch of 08 dual seat JF-17 aircraft, manufactured by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) in Kamra, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Pakistan Has Planned the JF-17 Block 3’s Maiden Flight for the End of 2019 “To mark this momentous occasion, a grand…

The Pentagon signed a contract with Raytheon for the production of medium-range missiles

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The American company Raytheon won the US Department of Defense contract for the production of medium-range air-to-air missiles AMRAAM worth more than $ 768 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, qccording the Pentagon press service statement. Read more: Raytheon Plans to Produce Identification Systems for the Korean Military…

Deadly battle in the sky – F-22 ‘Raptor’ against ‘the Criminal’ Su-57

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - Russia’s official designation of the PAK-FA/T-50 jet as the Sukhoi Su-57 is just another reminder that the field of fifth generation fighters is about to get more crowded. The United States, China, Russia, Japan and Korea are all working on their own fifth generation designs, but so far only three planes, the F-22 Raptor,…

Russia’s Su-57 fighter jet has tested new types of missiles in Syria

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Su-57 fighter has tested new types of missile and bomb weapons in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu statement at a final meeting of the ministry with the participation of President Vladimir Putin. Read more: Russia’s Su-57 fighter jet successfully passed the second phase of tests…

A Russian general explains in details why Su-57 fighter jet crashed early today

MOSCOW, (BM) - The engine of the Su-57 fighter, which crashed in the Khabarovsk Territory, was tested using special programs at maximum speeds, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting the former commander of the 4th Army of the Air Force and Air Defense, Lieutenant General Valery Gorbenko. Read more: Russian 5th generation aircraft crashed …

The next generation Russian strategic bomber will be in service with the Russian Air Force by 2027

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Tupolev PAK DA next generation strategic bomber will be in service with the Russian Air Force by 2027, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according to recent statements by Deputy Defence Minister Aleksey Krivoruchko. Read more: U.S. Analysts: the Russian Bomber Tu-223M3 is a Modern Lethal Aircraft It is unclear whether the…

Russia creates subsonic sixth-generation unmanned strategic bomber

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia will create a sixth-generation unmanned strategic bomber, Lieutenant General Sergey Kobylash, has learned BulgarianMilitary.com according commander of the Long-Range Aviation of the Russian Air Force statement. Read more: The First Upgraded Tupolev-160M Bomber to Enter the Russian Armed Forces in 2021 “Further…

Argentina buys equipment and technical support for four P-3C aircraft totalling $78 million

BUENOS AIRES, (BM) - The Government of Argentina has requested a possible sale of equipment, support and services in support of Argentina’s EDA purchase of four (4) P-3C aircraft, including four (4) turboprop engines on each airframe and an additional four (4) turboprop engines, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Argentina Wants to Buy…

The US military is testing drones equipped with 40mm grenade launchers

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The US military is testing experimental Cerberus GL drones equipped with 40mm grenade launchers - the drone devices were developed by the Australian company Skyborne Technologies, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: ELTA Systems Revealed a New and Enhanced Configuration of Its Drone Guard System The drone, armed…

F-35 fighter jets neutralize North Korean nuclear missiles

SEOUL, (BM) - Shortly after the activation of its first squadron of F-35A fifth generation fighters, and confirmation of further orders for the advanced stealth fighters, South Korea’s Air Force has released a promotional video showing the aircraft neutralising one of North Korea’s most capable new military assets - an intercontinental range…

Switzerland has received an Israeli Hermes 900 UAV, five more are expected

BERN, (BM) - Switzerland has received the first of six Elbit Systems Hermes 900 unmanned aircraft system (UAS), learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Swiss government statement at Monday. The MALE UAS is based at Emmen Airbase, from which it will perform border surveillance and disaster relief. Read more: Why Switzerland May Buy F-35…

Russia’s Su-57 fighter jet successfully passed the second phase of tests in Syria

MOSCOW, (BM) - The fifth-generation Russian fighter Su-57 successfully passed the second stage of tests in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the head of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Russia Valery Gerasimov statement. Read more: The Russia`s Su-57 Fighter Jet is a “Criminal” – NATO He told the foreign military…

The Russian air defense system probably shot down an American drone

MOSCOW, (BM) - The US military announced the loss of its unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in northern Africa. This drone, according Colonel Christopher Carns, spokesman for the US AF Command, was lost on November 21, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Nezavisimaya Gazeta. Read more: Pakistan wants to buy FD-2000 long-range air defense missile…

Iran might buy two dozen Su-57 fighters equipped with hypersonic air to air missiles

Despite being named as one of the United States’ four ‘great power adversaries’, and succeeding in expanding its influence and projecting its power across the Middle Eastern region at the expense of the Western Bloc and their allies, Iran has invested relatively little in power projection capabilities for its armed forces and retains a defence…

Bad news for Russia – a laser weapon soon may be part of the US F-35’s armament

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Air Force will one day fire high-tech laser weapons from drones and fighter jets to destroy high-value targets, conduct precision strikes and incinerate enemy locations from the sky. The first airborne tests are expected to take place by 2021, Air Force officials have said. The developmental efforts are focused on…

Canada may be the next nation to buy the F-35 stealth fighter

WASHINGTON, (BM) - In August, Britain’s Ministry of Defense and European manufacturer Airbus withdrew the Eurofighter from Canada’s competition to pick a replacement for its 35-year-old CF-18 fighters. In 2018, France’s Dassault withdrew the Rafale from the contest. That just leaves three contenders: Lockheed Martin’s F-35, Boeing’s F/A-18…

India plans to invest heavily in five wide-range Russian combat jets

NEW DELHI, (BM) - With the Indian Air Force planning for an ambitious expansion of its frontline combat fleet, and seeking to increase the number of fighter units in service from 32 to 42 by 2027, the country is set to invest heavily in acquiring a wide range Russian combat jets including further orders for platforms currently in service and…

Israeli company upgrades a scout attack helicopter with integrated weapons system

TEL AVIV, (BM) - Elbit Systems and MD Helicopters have signed a teaming agreement to incorporate advanced weapons and mission management capabilities into the MD 530G Block II (BII) scout attack helicopter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Israeli F-35s might be equipped with nuclear bombs The pilot-centric integrated weapons…

Su-30’s radars have repeatedly detected Chinese stealth fighter aircraft J-20

NEW DELHI, (BM) - Chinese military experts, commenting on the well-known statements of their Indian neighbors that the Su-30MKI radars have repeatedly detected stealth fighter aircraft J-20 PLA, are trying to find an explanation of the situation, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: China Has Begun to Promote Its Own 4++…

Indonesia wants Russian Su-35 and the Turkish purchase of S-400 may be the decision how to do it

JAKARTA, (BM) - Indonesia is actively observing the situation that is unfolding around the procurement of Russian weapons by foreign countries, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. First of all, we are talking about the contracts of India and Turkey for the acquisition of anti-aircraft missile systems C-400 from the Russian…

Russia’s Su-34 fighter bombers are training aerial battles over Chelyabinsk (video)

MOSCOW, (BM) - Flights with the most difficult elements of flight training were performed by pilots of Su-34 fighter-bombers of the Central Military District in the Chelyabinsk Region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The crews conducted a single and group air battle with the "enemy", while performing training launches of guided and unguided…

Gripen by SAAB might change the Indian economy

NEW DELHI, (BM) - Saab AB wants control of local manufacturing in India if it beats the likes of Boeing Co. and Lockheed Martin Corp. in the race for the world’s biggest warplane contract, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: The S-400 Will Significantly Increase the Level of the Indian Defense The Swedish manufacturer is in the…

A Russian-made MiG-29M crashed during test flight

CAIRO, (BM) - In Egypt, the MiG-29M Egyptian Air Force fighter crashed, the pilot managed to eject, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Vedomosti newspapper statement, citing sources in the Russian defense industry. Read more: The United States Will Impose Sanctions on Egypt If They Buy Russia’s Su-35 According to the publication, the…

The Norwegian Air Force has activated its first squadron of F-35A stealth fighters

OSLO, (BM) - The Norwegian Air Force has activated its first squadron of F-35A fifth generation single engine stealth fighters, one of the very first services worldwide to do so since the jet first entered service in the U.S. Air Force in 2015, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: GKN Aerospace Norway Announced a $66M Contract for F135…

Turkey is studying in detail the characteristics of the Russian Su-35 fighter jet

ANKARA, (BM) - Ankara is carefully studying the tactical and technical characteristics of Russian Su-35 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Nezavisimaya Gazeta. Read more: ‘If Turkey Does Not Get the F-35, We’ll Looking for Alternatives’, the Turkish Foreign Minister Said This was stated by the Head of the Republic’s Defense…

Russia’s MiG-31K interceptor jet carried out a test of the Kinjal hypersonic missile

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia's MiG-31K interceptor jet carried out a test of the Kinjal (Dagger) hypersonic missile in Russia's part of Arctic earlier this month, TASS new agency reported on Saturday, citing two military sources, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Shocking Video: the Russian Special Forces “Spetsnaz” Have Exercise with Live…

China Has Begun to Promote Its Own 4++ Generation Fighter for Export

BEIJING, (BM) - China’s Aviation Industry Corporation has begun to promote the J-10C ‘4++ Generation’ single engine light fighter for export, the first time the country has offered such an advanced platform to overseas clients, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Military Watch. Read more: China Has Conducted Test of the Latest…

South Korea Arms Its Fighters with the French Air-to-Air Missiles

SEOUL, (BM) - MBDA has been awarded a contract from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for the integration of the Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile onto the KF-X future Korean fighter aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The contract includes integration support to KAI, transfer of know-how and manufacture of test equipment for…

Russia Has Assembled Its First Upgraded Tupolev Tu-160M Strategic Bomber

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia has assembled its first upgraded Tupolev Tu-160M strategic missile-carrying bomber and started its trials, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting a source in the defense industry. Read more: Russia Starts Production of Upgraded Tu-160 "On November 28, the first heavily upgraded Tu-160M strategic missile-carrying bomber…

Denmark Should Probably Buy More F-35 Fighter Jet, the US Ambasador Said

COPENHAGEN, (BM) - The United States has pressed to encourage Denmark to increase purchases of F-35 fifth generation fighter jets, with the U.S. Military itself set to field over 1000 of these jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Military Watch. Read more: Patria to Sustain the Engine Components for the Remaining Lifetime of the F16s…

A Photographer Has Accidentally Captured the Deadly Russia’s “Viper” Air-to-Air Missile for the Su-57

WASHINGTON, (BM) - A promising fifth-generation Russian fighter, the Su-57, will receive an air-to-air missile based on the R-77 Viper, which was recently captured during a visit to the Vympel design bureau by Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Lenta.ru. Read more: The Russia`s Su-57 Fighter Jet is a “Criminal”…

New Zealand Buys Five C-130J Aircraft Totalling $1.4 Billion

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to New Zealand of five (5) C-130J aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.4 billion, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: New Zealand Plans a Massive Defence Investments in Land Systems and Soldier Equipment …

Morocco Buys 36 AH-64E Apache Attack Helicopters for About $4.25 Billion

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Morocco of thirty-six (36) AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and related equipment for an estimated cost of $4.25 billion, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification…

Dogfight! Russia’s Su-57 Stealth Fighter vs. China’s J-20

As the Su-57 enters serial production in much larger quantities than previously expected, Moscow is making a concerted effort to pitch the fifth-generation fighter to major arms importers including Turkey, India, and China.

Russia is Offering UAE to Produce Components for Su-57 Fighter Jet

MOSCOW, (BM) - Just a few days ago, the US said that there had been no active discussions with the UAE so far about the purchase of the US stealth fighter F-35. This prompted Russia to offer the UAE the opportunity to produce the components needed to develop the Russian equivalent, the Su-57, if a deal is reached between the two countries. Read…

Step by Step the F-35 Program Becomes an Expensive Failure of the U.S. Military Production

WASHINGTON, (BM) - America has for many years used the flagship F-35 as the most successful and high-tech stealth project in military history, not only for the US military but for the world as well. In recent months, and especially in recent days, information that is worrying about the future of the F-35 program is increasingly emerging. In…

The Turkish Fifth Generation Fighter Program Might Have a New Tech-Partner

DUBAI, (BM) - Russia is ready to take part in developing Turkish fighter jets of 4++ and fifth-generation and offer its technologies, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military and Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugayev statement on Sunday. Read more: Turkey to Display Its Own 5th Gen Stealth…

What is Happening with Stealthy F-35? The Pentagon Reported for a Lot of Tech-Problems

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - The US stealth fighter F-35 has been one of the most commented military technology products in the last decade. It is capable of entering any air battle and has technologies that foreign military complexes would envy. Many countries would like to have an F-35 in service in their air force. However, in recent months,…

The Mig-29 Multi-Role Aircraft as a Deadly Answer to the F-16

WASHINGTON, (BM) - As with many of Russia’s most prolific aircraft, the MiG-29 has spawned numerous variants four decades of service. Originally intended as an superiority fighter, and particularly as the Soviet answer to the F-16, the MiG-29 has been gradually recast as a multi-role aircraft with an increasingly robust air-to-surface armament…

The U.S. Has Found Alternative for F-35`s Component Suppliers

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Since removing Turkey from the multinational F-35 program over its purchase of a Russian air defense system, the U.S. has found alternate suppliers for all but a dozen components Turkey is producing for the Lockheed-made fighter jet, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense News. Read more: The F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet…

The Russia`s Su-34 Aviation Regiment in the Far East Received Anti-Ship Missiles

MOSCOW, (BM) - Front-line bombers of the Su-34 aviation regiment stationed in the Far East received anti-ship missiles X-35У, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: Two Russian Su-34 Fighter Bombers Collide in Midair during Training Flight Russian front-line bombers Su-34 from the 277-th bomber regiment stationed at the…

Two Su-30SM Fighter Jet Will Be Delivered to Belarus

MOSCOW, (BM) - Two Sukhoi Su-30SM multirole fighter jets purchased in Russia will arrive in Belarus on November 13, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Belarusian Defense Minister Andrei Ravkov statement on Tuesday. Read more: Belarus to Upgrade Main Battle Tanks "Under the defense procurement plan, Su-30SM multirole fighters will be…

Russia Tests Attacking UAVs with Minimal Human Guidance

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia’s massive Tsentr-2019 wargame in September included a first: a test of small drones that found and bombed their targets with minimal human guidance, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting defense One and according Russian newspaper Izvestia article on Thursday. Read more: New Drone for Arctic Operations Displayed by…

UAE Buys CH-47F Chinook Cargo Helicopters Totalling $830 Million

ABU DHABI, (BM) - The Government of the United Arab Emirates has requested to buy ten (10) CH-47F Chinook cargo helicopters; twenty-six (26) T55-GA-714A Engines; twenty-four (24) Embedded Global Positioning Systems with Inertial Navigation System (GPS/INS); twelve (12) AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS); twenty (20) M134D-H Mini Guns;…

The F-35 and F-22 Have Been Hacked – Beijing Received Detailed Information about Them

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Russia and China will likely use their cyber-warfare and cyber-espionage capabilities to challenge the United States into the foreseeable future. Both nations possess highly capable forces that can steal information or attack American infrastructure. Indeed, in some cases, highly classified data on some of the United States’…

Russia’s Su-35 is More Deadly and Advanced than F-35

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E is the top Russian air-superiority fighter in service today, and represents the pinnacle of fourth-generation jet fighter design. It will remain so until Russia succeeds in bringing its fifth-generation PAK-FA stealth fighter into production. Distinguished by its unrivaled maneuverability, most of…

Why Does Trump Cut Planned Procurement of F-35As When Russia and China Develop Their Air Defense Systems?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - There are reports circulating that the U.S. Air Force is considering major cuts to its planned procurement of 1,760 F-35As. This would be a colossal blunder. The F-35 is too good for the Air Force (as well as the Navy and Marine Corps) to not acquire their full allotment. If anything, the Air Force should increase its annual…

Indonesia Prefers to Buy F-16 Fighter Jets Instead Russian Su-35 Because of Possible US Sanction

JAKARTA, (BM) - The Indonesian Air Force is reportedly interested in a large scale acquisition of F-16V single engine fourth generation fighters from the United States, with the of purchase two full squadrons planned, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Indonesia Expects the Supplies of Russian Su-35 Fighter Jets to Start by the End of…

A Hypersonic Missile Might Be Part of Su-57 Armament

WASHINGTON, (BM) - In the prior months, The National Interest discussed the possibility of Russia’s fifth-generation stealth fighter being outfitted with hypersonic Kinzhal missiles, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Yahoo News. Read more: Indian is Not Planning to Buy Russia`s Su-57 Fighter Jet Russian state news reported Kinzhal…

China is Selling Drones Capable of Taking Life with Little or No Human Oversight

WASINGTON, (BM) - China is exporting drones that it advertises as having lethal autonomy to the Middle East, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting defense One. Read more: Chinese Hypersonic UAV is a Bad News for US Navy – Military Watch Analysis It’s the first time that a senior Defense official…

LOUT – the Secret Steakth Unmanned Aerial Vehicle of Airbus Has Been Unveiled

BERLIN, (BM) - On November 5 on November 2019, during a media briefing at the Airbus facility in Manching, Germany, the company revealed its secret stealth unmanned aerial vehicle LOUT, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: The Israeli air force (IAF) is increasing the number of UAV simulators At the booth was an 4-ton…

‘Russian Knights’ Will Get Four Highly Maneuverable Fighter Jets Sukhoi-35S

MOSCOW, (BM) - The aerobatic team Russian Knights will get four highly maneuverable fighter jets Sukhoi-35S at the beginning of this month, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Sukhoi company statement. Read more: Russia`s Su-35 Fighter Jet is a Deadly Aerial Fist and Stealth Killer, US Said "The Russian Knights will soon get four…

Russia`s Su-35 Fighter Jet is a Deadly Aerial Fist and Stealth Killer, US Said

WASHINGTON, (BM) - “A unique machine, a deadly aerial fist,” is how the official television channel of the Russian Ministry of Defense introduced the Su-35S superiority fighter earlier this week. TV Zvezda’s three-minute clip of a recent Su-35S training sortie over Syria provides close-up shots of the fighter jet being prepped for flight,…

US B-52 Bomber for Israel is a Bad Decision and a Threat for the Middle East Peace

WASHINGTON, (BM) - In April 2014, retired Air Force lieutenant general David Deptula and Michael Makovsky of the Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs penned an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal arguing that the United States should turn over a dozen surplus B-52 heavy bombers to Israel. Deptula and Makovsky said that the eight-engine…

Croatia Will Become the Fifth Eastern European Country to Receive UH-60M Black Hawk Helicopters

ZAGREB, (BM) - Croatia will become the fifth Eastern European country to receive UH-60M Black Hawk U.S. multi-role helicoptersm learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. The US State Department approved the sale of two new Black Hawks to the Croatian armed forces. Read more: Poland Will Receive Four S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters On…

Russia’s Su-57 is an Excellent Fighter and Moscow Wants to Cash in on it, US Magazine Said

WAHINGTON, (BM) - Back in May, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s IL-96-300PU presidential plane was flanked by no less than six Su-57 stealth fighter jets while en route to the 929th Chkalov State Flight-Test Center in southwestern Russia. Video footage of the flight shows the Su-57 fighters grouped in what better resembles a parade column…

India Plans to Retire Russia’s MiG-27 to the End of the Year

NEW DELHI, (BM) - The Indian Air Force is reportedly planning to retire its final squadrons of MiG-27 Flogger strike fighters in the final week of 2019, as part of a comprehensive fleet modernisation program which was accelerated following a perceived underperformance during clashes with neighbouring Pakistan in February of this year. Read…

China, India, Turkey, Algeria and Myanmar as a potential Buyers of Russia’s Su-57

MOSCOW, (BM) - US media outlet The National Interest, which focuses on the global defence industry, has come up with a short list of five nations that are more likely to buy Russia’s fifth-generation fighter jet, the Su-57, as the aircraft is about to be delivered to the Russian Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkey Has…

Dogfight! Russia’s Su-35 and Su-57 vs. F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet

The Russians are now developing new air dominance aircraft with a long-range strike capability -- the Su-35 and the Pak FA (frequently called the PAK T-50) – which will pose a significant threat to NATO Europe.

The F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet is Cheaper Than the Chinese J-20

BEIJING, (BM) - The Chinese media have concluded that mass production American fighter F-35 led to the fact that the Chinese J-20 is now the more expensive fifth generation aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: China Showcased the Largest J-20 Stealth Fighter Jets Formation Recall that in China believe that today only the…

Why is Bulgaria Not Buying UAVs?

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - In 2023, Bulgaria should receive the first two F-16s from US manufacturer Lockheed Martin. The deal is for eight planes and is worth $ 1.2 billion. But this is only the first part of the entire government program package, because after the first eight, we will order eight more. It is a little known fact that the F-16 is a…

China Has Unveiled New ‘Solar Dragon’ Drones and Deploys Them Near North Korea

BEIJING, (BM) - China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has deployed a sizeable continent of advanced new drones, known as the Soar Dragon or Xianglong, near the North Korean border in Liaoning province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: After the S-400, China Buys Russia`s S-500 Missile Defence System The deployment comes amid…

The Russia`s Su-57 Fighter Jet is a “Criminal” – NATO

MOSCOW, (BM) - NATO decided to classify the Russian 5 fighter of the Su-57 generation, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Recall that the North Atlantic military bloc has its own system of codification of foreign weaponswhen an English noun is added to the nomenclature alphanumeric group or to the name given by the manufacturer. A…

Turkey is a Partner of F-35 Program and Not Going to Buy Russian Su-35, Minister Said

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey’s National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar on Tuesday refuted media reports about Ankara’s plans to buy Russian Su-35 fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "Reports that Turkey will buy Su-35 fighter jets are not true. We are partners on the F-35 project . We want our rights to be granted," the Haberler news portal…

Why Switzerland May Buy F-35 Fighter Jet?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Four U.S. Air Force F-35A stealth fighters on May 31, 2019 arrived at Payerne air base in Switzerland. The F-35s are scheduled to remain at the base until June 14, 2019 in support of F-35-maker Lockheed Martin in its bid to win the Swiss air force’s $8-billion tender for up to 40 new fighters. The Swiss air force in April…

Does Iran Has Any Chance Against U.S. F-35 Stealth Fighter Jet?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Amid escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, in part resulting from U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision unilaterally to withdraw the United States from the 2015 deal limiting Iran’s nuclear program, the U.S. armed forces have deployed a wide array of ships, planes and other weapons to the Middle East. The…

Riyadh Has Acquired the Poland`s Control Sky Drone Detection System

WARSAW, (BM) - Saudi Arabia continues to make efforts to build a system of protection against drones. Recall that several weeks ago, Saudi Aramco refineries were attacked by drones and missiles. Read more: Russia Unveils Its Most Advanced Korsar Reconnaissance Drone (Video) Polish media report that Riyadh has acquired the Control Sky drone…

B-1B Bombers of the U.S. Air Force Have Been Deployed to Saudi Air Base

RIYADH, (BM) - Amid a considerable redeployment of American assets to the Persian Gulf region, the United States Air Force has dispatched B-1B Lancer heavy bombers to the Prince Sultan Airbase in Saudi Arabia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Military Watch. Read more: The Air Force B-2 Stealth Bomber Will be Armed with a New B61-12…

Su-35 Might Be the Turkish Fighter Jet – Ankara and Moscow Are Close to Reaching Agreement

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey is close to reaching a deal with Moscow over the purchase of Su-35 fighter jets as well as co-manufacturing some components of the Russian-made jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish sources. Read more: Russia and Turkey Continue Talks About Possible Su-35 Sale Turkish and Russian officials are…

The U.S. Air Force Urgently Needs New Air to Air Missiles

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The United States is set to receive at least two entirely new classes of long range air to air missile in the 2020s, which are intended to replace the AIM-120 AMRAAM currently in service. U.S. defence manufacturer Raytheon, best known for its THAAD, RIM-161 and AIM-120 missiles, in September announced the development of the…

F-16 and Su-30SM in the ‘New Fighter Jet’ Battle of Vietnamese Air Forces

HANOI, (BM) - The Vietnamese Air Force is currently comprised of seven full strength regiments, including four of Su-27SK and Su-30MK2 Flanker air superiority fighters and three of heavily modernised Su-22 strike fighters of the M3, M4 and UM variants. With the country seeking to modernise its armed forces, and making sizeable investments in…

The U.S. Has Tested a Military Hypersonic Engine for Missile or Plane

WASHINGTON, (BM) - At a special research area in the US state of Colorado have passed the British test engine for hypersonic vehicles. Creators powerplant report that it allows speeds up to 5 m (5 sound velocity), learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: China Has Developed a New Hypersonic Weapon It is noted that a crucial…

Two Russian Nuclear-Capable Bombers Will Be Send to South Africa

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia has announced plans to send two nuclear-capable Tu-160 bombers to South Africa in what observers say would be the first such deployment on the African continent, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting The Moscow Times. Read more: South African Defence Group Denel Will Restructure and Hopes to Return Its Profitability …

Canada Wants a New Fighter Jet and F-35 Might Be the Right Choice

WASHINGTON, (BM) - In August, Britain’s Ministry of Defense and European manufacturer Airbus withdrew the Eurofighter from Canada’s competition to pick a replacement for its 35-year-old CF-18 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Canada Will Spend $11,4 Bn to Replace 88 Aging Fighter Jets In 2018, France’s Dassault withdrew…

Korea Buys 120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles from the U.S.

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Korea of (120) AIM-120C-7/C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM), learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: South Korea Unveils 5th Generation Fighter Jet Also included in the order are containers; weapon support…

Russia’s New Attacking Anti-Satellite Plane Could Cause a Nuclear War, US Magazine Reported

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Russia says it is developing a new aircraft that can disable the electronics on U.S. satellites. Could this new development trigger a nuclear war? The electronic warfare aircraft “will be capable of turning off the electronics installed on military satellites,” according to Russia’s Sputnik News. The conceptual work has…

Why India Might Buy Russian Su-35 for $12 Billion?

NEW DELHI, (BM) - Su-35 can become not only a means of replenishing the Indian Air Force with a powerful "heavyweight", but also a unique opportunity to modernize the Su-30MKI fleet. Why the elite Su-35 can win a tender for 12 billion dollars, the Indian media tried to explain. Unrivaled Heavyweight According to Indian Defense News, which…

Russia’s MiG-35 is Capable but Can It Fight America’s F-22 and F-35

WASHINGTON, (BM) - For years, its manufacturer has marketed the MiG-35 as a “4++” fighter: “I would say that this is a new plane that surpasses our foreign competitors. In other words, this is a 4++ level plane,” stated Mikoyan General Director Ilya Tarasenko in a recent interview. Russian President Vladimir Putin echoed this sentiment at a…

Turkey Prepares to Replace the F-35 with Another Fifth-Generation Aircraft

ISTAMBUL, (BM) - If the United States completely refuses to sell fifth-generation fighter aircraft F-35, Turkey will take advantage of alternative proposals for the purchase of aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. According to the Turkish leader, Ankara is receiving proposals for the supply of modern military aircraft…

India Upgrades Su-30 MKI to the Most Fearsome Fighter Jet in the Region

NEW DELHI, (BM) - The Su-30MKI Flanker currently forms the mainstay of the Indian Air Force’s combat fleet, with 11 of the service’s 27 fighter squadrons comprised of the aircraft and additional squadrons planned. The aircraft represents a significant enhancement over the original Su-27 Flanker, the Soviet Air Force’s most capable air superiority…

China Has Developed a New Hypersonic Weapon

WASHINGTON, (BM) - China celebrated the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China on Oct. 1 in typical fashion – with a military parade. Some of the new weapons on display that day provide cause for serious concern among U.S. policymakers. Read more: Russia Successfully Tests the Hypersonic Missile “Avangard”. The U.S.:…

The Su-27 of the Russian Federation is a Real Killer, US Magazine Announced

WASHINGTON, (BM) - To the West, most of the legendary Soviet aircraft of the Cold War came from the design bureau Mikoyan Gurevitch, which spawned such aircraft as the MiG-15 “Fagot,” MiG-21 “Fishbed,” MiG-25 “Foxbat” and MiG-29 “Fulcrum.” The single best Soviet fighter of the Cold War, however, was Sukhoi’s Su-27 “Flanker.” Intended both to…

Tunisia Buys Twelve (12) T-6C Texan Trainer Aircraft from U.S.

TUNIS, (BM) - The Government of Tunisia has requested a possible sale of twelve (12) T-6C Texan trainer aircraft, spare engines, cartridge actuated devices/propellant actuated devices operational flight trainer, spare parts, ground handling equipment, support equipment, software delivery and support, publications and technical documentation,…

South Korea Unveils 5th Generation Fighter Jet

SEOUL, (BM) - On the international aerospace exhibition in Seoul, South Korean manufacturers have introduced full-size mock-looking aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Particular attention has attracted a full-size mock-up of the fifth generation of South Korean fighter, designated by the name of the program - KF-X. …

China Unveils Its Own Z-20F Seahawk Helicopter (Photos)

BEIJING, (BM) - China is world-renowned for its ability to steal foreign intellectual property, reverse engineer it, and to quickly produce something similar. In fact, this relationship between espionage, design, and production has helped catapult the People's Liberation Army into a place where America's technological superiority is no longer…

Russia’s Air Force is Rapidly Improving and Should Be Taken Seriously

WASHINGTON, (BM) - When it comes to air power, it’s no secret that the United States and the West have often held an edge over Russia. This dates at least as far back to World War II, when the United States and Britain were allied with Russia. While Russia supplied much of the manpower that ultimately defeated Nazi Germany, it was the United…

The Su-27 Fighter Jet Belonging to the Ethiopian Air Force Crashed

ADDIS ABEBA, (BM) - The Su-27 fighter belonging to the Ethiopian air force crashed, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The accident occurred immediately after taking off from the country's main air base in 50 km southeast of Addis Ababa, two pilots died. The instructor and the trainee pilot are called as victims of the incident. Read more: Over…

Israel Will Soon Have a New Precision-Guided Supersonic Stand-off Missile for Its F-35s

TEL AVIV, (BM) - The new missile was announced on June 11, 2018 in a press release by two leading Israeli defense firms, Israeli Military Industries Systems (IMI Systems) and Israel Aerospace Industries, which jointly developed the missile. The so-called Rampage missile is a precision-guided air-launched stand-off missile with a range of about 90…

Pakistan is Developing 5th Generation Fighter Jet with the Help of China

ISLAMABAD, (BM) - Indian media outlets are reading materials that show a sense of anxiety over the publication of a military-technical report in Pakistan, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Pakistan Has Maintained Progress on Modernization Programs to Strengthen Its Military Forces The report said that Pakistani specialists…

Russia’s S-400 Air Defense System Can Be Defeat by Using F-35, US Magazine Reports

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Designed as part of the developmental trajectory for the emerging F-35, the test-firing facilities further development of an ability to fire the weapon “off-boresight,” described as an ability to target and destroy air to air targets that are not in front of the aircraft with a direct or immediate line of sight, Pentagon…

The U.S. Prototype UAV XQ-58A Valkyrie Was Damaged During a Test Flight

WAHINGTON, (BM) - The prototype UAV XQ-58A Valkyrie, which should become the unmanned aerial pilot of the fifth-generation F-35 multi-role fighter, was damaged during a test flight, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced that the prototype of its promising, inconspicuous UAV XQ-58A Valkyrie successfully…

The US Has Made Wrong Choice – X-32 and F-23 Could Have Been Best Stealth

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Department of Defense (DoD) didn’t have to opt for the F-35. In the 1990s, both Boeing and Lockheed Martin bid for the next big fighter contract, a plane that would serve in each of the Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps, as well as grace the air forces of many US allies. Boeing served up the X-32; Lockheed the X-35. The…

Indian is Not Planning to Buy Russia`s Su-57 Fighter Jet

NEW DELHI, (BM) - A loud statement was made by the Chief of Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Marshal Rakesh Bhadauria. Marshall said that the Indian Air Force "will soon have its own fifth-generation multirole fighter", learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "India will soon have fighters that can compete with the American F-22 and F-35, the Chinese…

British Air Force Plans no More Purchases of Eurofighter Typhoon

LONDON, (BM) - The British Royal Air Force will no longer receive the Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 multirole fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Qatar`s Deal for Eurofighter Typhoon with UK is Largest Ever, Experts said According to the British Ministry of Defense, the country's air force transferred the last aircraft of this…

The Russian Su-35 is Really Good, But it Might not Match America’s F-35

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E is the top Russian air-superiority fighter in service today, and represents the pinnacle of fourth-generation jet fighter design. It will remain so until Russia succeeds in bringing its fifth-generation PAK-FA stealth fighter into production. Distinguished by its unrivaled maneuverability, most of…

A Real Problem – Russia is Getting a 6th Generation Stealth Bomber

WASHINGTON, (BM) - As the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter moves into serial production in much larger quantities than previously expected, reports are emerging that the Russian defense establishment has their eyes trained on a “sixth-generation” strategic stealth bomber, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: The First Upgraded Tupolev-160M…

Ukraine Might Has a Hypersonic Missile in Near Future

KIEV, (BM) - In the near future, the Ukrainian armed forces may receive a hypersonic aviation guided missile. Appropriate development at the exhibition "Weapon and security-2019 "was presented by Yuzhnoye Design Bureau, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Ukraine Buys Javelin Missiles and Command Launch Units from the US The…

Russian Su-57 vs. U.S. F-22: Here’s What Happens When Stealth Meets Stealth

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Russia’s official designation of the PAK-FA/T-50 jet as the Sukhoi Su-57 is just another reminder that the field of fifth generation fighters is about to get more crowded. The United States, China, Russia, Japan and Korea are all working on their own fifth generation designs, but so far only three planes, the F-22 Raptor, F-35…

India and Russia Discuss the Modernization of Indian Su-30MKI Fighters

NEW DELHI, (BM) - Indian Air Force Chief Marshal Rakesh Bhadauria confirmed the information that the fleet of Su-30MKI multirole fighters will be substantially updated, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. According to the Indian Marshal, we are talking about ordering new fighters, as well as upgrading existing ones. Thus, the enterprise of the…

Asia is the Main Su-57E Market, but Who’s Buying?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - At MAKS 2019, Sukhoi demonstrated the export version of its premier air superiority fighter, the Su-57E, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. While the existence of an export version was practically guaranteed given that Russia has continually attempted to partner with select nations during development, the export version shown at…

The Combination of UAV S-70 and Su-57 Turns the Latter Into a Fighter of the 5 + Gen

MOSCOW, (BM) - The combined flight of the S-70 “Hunter” heavy drone and the Su-57 fighter, in fact, is becoming the first visual example in the world of the flight integration of a drone with a fifth-generation fighter. It is clear that this is still an attempt, but at the same time it is worth noting that the first step in this direction has…

The Swedish JAS 39 Gripen Has Dominated Over the Russian Su-27

BEIJING, (BM) - The Chinese media published material in which they decided to analyze the well-known statement of the Swedish Air Force commander that the Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighters are "real lions of air combat.", learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Sweden States SAAB Built a Russian Sukhoi Fighter Jet Killer Then the Swedish…

Russia Isn’t Happy That China Stole Jet Fighter Design

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Remember that Russian carrier-based jet that China copied without permission? Those airplanes are crashing, and Russia doesn't seem too broken up about it. Though Russia and China are now friends, even holding joint exercises, Russia's Sputnik News recently trotted out an article titled "Chinese Navy Short on Carrier-Based…

Dogfight: F-35 Can’t Win Against F-22

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Joint Strike Fighter - which is built in three versions - recently completed its developmental test phase and is operational with the U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps. Meanwhile, the U.S. Navy will soon join the ranks of JSF operators with the F-35C carrier variant, which is scheduled to become…

Did China ‘Receive’ Military Technology from Israel to Build Its J-10 Fighter Jet?

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The J-10 “Vigorous Dragon” is a mainstay of China’s effort to modernize its large fleet of single-engine jet fighters, with 350 already in service. An agile tactical fighter similar to the ubiquitous F-16 Fighting Falcon, the Vigorous Dragon was the first domestic Chinese design roughly on par with Western and Russian…

S-400 and Rafale Will Expand the Defence Capabilities of India

NEW DELHI, (BM) - The Indian Air Force command during a conference on the development of the country's air force, announces that the first French-made Rafale fighters will begin to perform tasks in the Indian sky no earlier than May 2020, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: India Buys Akash Missile Systems by State-Run Bharat Electronics…

A Nuclear Strike From Beijing to Washington in 30 Minutes if China Uses DF-41

WASHINGTON, (BM) - At the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) unveiled a number of new pieces of high end hardware during a large scale parade in Tiananmen Square. Alongside new DF-17 hypersonic tactical missiles, WZ-8 hypersonic surveillance drones and Gongji-11…

Chinese Hypersonic UAV is a Bad News for US Navy – Military Watch Analysis

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The People's Liberation Army of China (PLA) introduced a number of new models of promising military equipment during a large-scale parade on Tiananmen Square, dedicated to the 70 anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the end of the Chinese civil war. Military Watch believes that despite the fact…

Hypothetical Clash Between Su-35 and Su-57 – US Named the Winner

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Su-35 is the most effective fighter ever created by Moscow. Although the aircraft is primarily designed to gain superiority in the air, it is able to prove itself as a powerful means of hitting ground targets. This opinion was expressed by the National Interest publication. According to him, although outwardly this machine…

Russia Develops ‘Anti-Satellite’ Camouflage of Su-57 Fighter Jet

MOSCOW, (BM) - In Russia, the testing of the latest Su-57 fighters continues, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. As you know, a few days ago the fighter carried out a pair flight with the S-70 Okhotnik heavy attack drone, and worked out the possibility of piloting at relatively short distances in the automated (for UAV) mode. Read more: Russia…

The US is One Step Closer to Creating Sixth-Gen Fighter Jet

WASHINGTON, (BM) - US media report that the United States is one step closer to creating a sixth generation fighter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. This is a family of combat aircraft, which are designated as DCS - Digital Century Series. The main difference between this new generation aircraft, for example, from the F-35 will be that DCS will…

Russia and Turkey Continue Talks About Possible Su-35 Sale

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia and Turkey are holding talks about the possible sale of Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets, the head of Federal Service of Military-Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugaev said in an interview with Russia’s RIA news agency, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: If Turkey Wants Su-35, Russia is Ready to Discuss the Purchase and…

Bulgaria Wants to Produce a Combat Aircraft Jointly with South Korea

SEOUL, (BM) - Bulgaria negotiates with South Korea for construction of combat aircraft assembly plant, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Within the framework of his visit to the Republic of Korea, Prime Minister Boyko Borissov laid a wreath in tribute to the memory of the Korean citizens who lost their lives in the independence movement during the…

Iranian Forces Equipped with Home-made Helicopters

TEHRAN, (BM) - Three new Shahed 278 and one Shahed 285 helicopters were delivered to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Iran Has Been Developing Nuclear Weapons at a New Secret Site (Video) Addressing the ceremony in the Isfahan on monday, Iranian Deputy Defense Minister…

Thailand Buys Eight AH-6i Light Attack Reconnaissance Helicopters

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Thailand of eight (8) AH-6i light attack reconnaissance helicopters and related equipment for an estimated cost of $400 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The Government of Thailand has requested to buy eight (8) AH-6i light…

Bulgaria Plans to Invest $1,4 Million for Propeller Aircraft

SOFIA, (BM) - Bulgaria's defence ministry said at September 13 that it has launched a tender for signing a four-year framework agreement for supply of training propeller aircraft and related services, worth an estimated 2.5 million levs ($1.4 million/1.3 million euro), learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Bulgaria Provided $ 46,6 Million…

‘Green Light’ for Production of Sikorsky’s HH-60W Combat Rescue helicopter

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Air Force has given its new combat rescue helicopter the green light to go into production, its manufacturer Lockheed Martin Sikorsky said Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense News. Read more: Two Sikorsky HH-60W Combat Rescue Helicopters Will Soon See Their Maiden Flights After four test aircraft…

French Air Force Received First of Two KC-130J Super Hercules

PARIS, (BM) - Lockheed Martin delivered the first of two KC-130J Super Hercules aerial refuelers to representatives from France’s Armée de l’Air’s 62st Transport Wing at Orléans-Bricy Air Base at September, 16, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense 360 U.S. Read more: Russia and France Ready for Full-Fledged Military and Defence…

India May Buy Rafale Fighter Jets, Instead Russian Su or Swedish SAAB

NEW DELHI, (BM) - Shrugging off the controversy around the previous deal, the Narendra Modi government has finalized a deal for another 36 Rafale fighter jets, according to media reports, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. An Indian Defence Research Wing report published on Saturday said that the new order will be inked in early 2020. Read more:…

Astra BVRAAM Missiles are Ready to be Adopted by the Indian Air Force

NEW DELHI, (BM) - In India as successful tests Astra "air-to-air" missiles, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Indian sources and Topwar. Recall that a few days ago in the Indian Air Force conducted a test launch of missiles on board the Su-30MKI. Read more: Russia and India Discuss Production of Russia’s S-400 Components in India …

MBDA Develops a New Electronic Warfare Weapon for the Royal Air Force

PARIS, (BM) - MBDA has been awarded a contract to demonstrate SPEAR-EW, a new electronic warfare version of the SPEAR weapon system family on order for the Royal Air Force (RAF), learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: French MBDA Unveils Precision Strike Missile at DSEi 2019 SPEAR-EW is being developed by MBDA…

An American Company is Developing a New Medium-Range Weapon

TUCSON, (BM) - Raytheon is developing a new medium-range, air-launched weapon called the Peregrine missile that is half the size and cost of today's air-to-air missiles, yet delivers greater range and effect, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Raytheon Developing System to Defeat Drones with Speed-of-light Technologies Developed to…

US Sells Additional F16 Ammunition to Morocco

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Morocco of additional F-16 ammunition for an estimated cost of $209 million. Read more: Morocco Buys Various TOW-2A Anti-Tank Missiles from US The Government of Morocco has requested a possible sale of five thousand eight hundred…

China Sells Armed Drones in Europe, Serbia is the End User

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbia’s military will receive Chinese-built armed drones in the coming months, marking the first time Chinese remotely piloted aircraft have been sold to a European country, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Stars and Stripes. Serbia will take delivery of nine Chengdu Pterodactyl-1 drones within six months, with a…

According Russian Media, Some U.S. Bombs and UAV Being Adjusted Using AI

MOSCOW, (BM) - Recently, the US military conducted a significant experiment, in which for the first time a multi-stage fire control system was developed with a wide freedom of action of artificial intelligence (AI)*, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar and Chinese portal Huanqiu. Read more: Rafael is continuing to develop a 6th…

Who Will Buy the Fifth Generation Russian Fighter?

Guests are dear They tried to make MAX-2019 as spectacular as possible: as much as possible in conditions of actual isolation, when you should not wait for crowds of foreign guests and overseas exhibits. Viewers, for example, were first shown experimental C-37 on a static site. The once-promising “deck”, existing in one flight instance and…

Raytheon Plans to Produce Identification Systems for the Korean Military

ABERDEEN, (BM) - Raytheon Company and Hanwha Systems signed a technical cooperation agreement to produce Identification Friend or Foe Mode 5 systems for the Korean military, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: F-35s Will Replace South Korean F-16 in Near Future Mode 5 IFF systems allow operators to positively identify friendly…

Algeria Purchases Large Batch of Russian Multi-Functional Fighter Jets

MOSCOW, (BM) - The Algerian Air Force will soon replenish with new Russian fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. As it became known, Russia and Algeria signed contracts for the purchase of multi-functional heavy fighter Su-30MKI (A) and light MiG-29M / M2. This was reported by Vedomosti with reference to a…

Italy to Join European Development Program of Next-Gen Stealth Fighter Jet

ROME, (BM) - According to the Italian media outlet La Stampa, Italy will soon join the UK Tempest program which involves the development of a sixth-generation multi-role fighter and the first European stealth fighter aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting BeforeFlight. Read more: Germany, France and Spain: Part of The European…

Israeli Defence Market: Rafael Enters Unmanned Aerial Platform Domain

JERUSALEM, (BM) - Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., developer and manufacturer of some of the world’s most groundbreaking technologies for air, land, naval, space and cyber applications, announces it has completed, with its partner, Mr. Avichai Stolero, the acquisition of Aeronautics Ltd., one of Israel’s leading developers of unmanned aerial…

Raytheon Has Published Pictures of Its Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Below are the first images of Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band on the EA-18 GROWLER. NGJ-MB is a high-capacity and high-power airborne electronic attack weapon system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense 360 U.S. Photo credit: Defense 360 U.S. It will protect air forces by denying, degrading and disrupting…

Turkey Has Successfully Test-Fired Its First Cruise Missile

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey has successfully test-fired its first cruise missile with a warhead capable of penetrating a concrete bunker, according to Turkey’s industry and technology minister, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Russia Launched a Moskit Cruise Missile During the Exercise in East Sea (Video) …

Israel Sells G2 Drone to Undisclosed Country in West Africa

TEL AVIV, (BM) - Aero-Sentinel Company, an Israeli manufacturer of UAV systems, recently won a tender to supply its G2 drone to a security agency in a West African country for surveillance missions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Israel Defense. Read more: An Israeli UAV Is the First to be Able to Transport Casualties or Others Needing…

China Showcased the Largest J-20 Stealth Fighter Jets Formation

BEIJIN, (BM) - The People’s Liberation Army Air Force for the first time showcased seven J-20 stealth fighter jets, the largest J-20 formation ever publicly shown, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Asia Timers. Leading experts to say China’s military is already operating a considerable number of J-20s, which could achieve regional aerial…

F-35s Will Replace South Korean F-16 in Near Future

SEOUL, (BM) - The U.S. military plans to begin rotating F-35 stealth fighters into South Korea starting in a few years, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according a South Korean newspaper report. The American planes would join a growing fleet of South Korean F-35s. The U.S. Air Force is already practicing employing the F-35s in a war with North…

Raytheon Will Build Subsystems of the U.S. Army’s New Hypersonic Missile

TUCSON, (BM) - Raytheon will build and deliver the control, actuation and power-conditioning subassemblies that control flight of the U.S. Army’s new Common-Hypersonic Glide Body program, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The work will enhance the system’s flight performance and will be performed under Dynetics Corporation contracts. Read…

Italy and Poland Present a Next Generation Multirole Military Helicopter Concept

KIELCE, (BM) - Leonardo, through its industrial pillar in the Polish helicopter sector PZL-Świdnik, and the Polish Armaments Group, jointly with the Polish aviation industry and R&D centres, present a next generation multirole military helicopter concept based on a legacy W-3 Sokół platform at MSPO 2019, learned BulgarianMilitar.com, qyoting…

Negotiations in Kielce: The US is Trying to Sell F-35 Block 4 to Poland

KIELCE, (BM) - American defense company Lockheed Martin is vying for a contract to supply 32 F-35 fighter jets to Poland by offering to deliver new-generation Block 4 versions and ensuring that selected components for the jets are produced by Polish manufacturers, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Poland is…

Russian Air Force to Get Hundreds of Helicopters by 2027

MOSCOW, (BM) - Under the government program for armaments the Russian Defense Ministry will get 423 helicopters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu statement on Tuesday. Read more: A Russia`s Combat Helicopter Fires Two Missiles Against Two Different Targets at a Time "In accordance with the government…

Airbus Offers Its Tiger Helicopter to Australian Air Force

SYDNAY, (BM) - Airbus Helicopters is offering a cost-effective approach for taking the Tiger platform beyond 2040, in response to the Commonwealth of Australia’s (CoA) Request for Information (RFI) for the Project LAND4503 Armed Reconnaissance Capability. The RFI seeks solutions for the army’s future armed reconnaissance helicopter needs, learned…

Russia Expects Big Deals for Its Fighter Jets and Air Defence Systems

MOSCOW, (BM) - Rosoboronexport plans to sign contracts on exporting Russian planes, helicopters and air defense systems to the tune of several billion of dollars after the MAKS-2019 aerospace show, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Russia and Turkey Discuss a Large Joint Military Production, Including…

A Russia`s Military Satellite Has Been Placed in Its Designated Orbit

MOSCOW, (BM) - A Russian military satellite that was launched by a Rokot carrier rocket from the Plesetsk spaceport on Friday has been placed in its designated orbit, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the press service of the Russian defense ministry statement. Read more: France Intends to Blind Adversary Satellites with Own…

Iran Introduced Its Home-Made Mobin Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

MOSCOW, (BM) - Iran has introduced one of the latest models of its home-made unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at the international MAKS 2019 air show in the Russian city of Zhukovsky, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting PressTV. Read more: Iran Unveiled a New Radar Air Defense System The three-meter-long drone, named Mobin, weighs 670kg…

Erdogan Said His Country May Buy Russian-Made Su-35 and Su-57 Fighter Jets

MOSCOW, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said his country may buy Russian-made Su-35 and Su-57 fighter jets instead of US-made F-35 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. “Why not? We did not come here for nothing,” Erdogan said when asked whether Turkey was considering Russian-made fighter jets as…

Hungarian Air Force Purchases 180 Air-to-Air Missiles from the US

BUDAPEST, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Hungary of one hundred and eighty (180) AIM-120C-7 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM ) with support for an estimated cost of $500 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: India Buys…

First Flight of the Brazilian Gripen E Fighter Jet

STOCKHOLM, (BM) - Saab completed a successful first flight with the first Brazilian Gripen E fighter aircraft, 39-6001, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. At 2.41 pm CET on August 26, the Gripen E aircraft took off on its maiden flight flown by Saab test pilot Richard Ljungberg. Read more: The Brazilian Army Placed an…

The Czech Republic Buys 12 Military Helicopters from U.S. in a Deal Priced at $622 Million

PRAGUE, (BM) - The Czech Republic will buy 12 military helicopters from U.S. maker Bell in a deal priced at 14.5 billion crowns ($622 million), learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe and according Defence Minister Lubomir Metnar statement on Thursday. The Czech Republic, a NATO member, has pledged to raise defense…

Russian Air Force Starts Using the Reconnaissance Plane Sukhoi Su-24MR

MOSCOW, (BM) - A Sukhoi Su-24MR (NATO reporting name: Fencer-E) reconnaissance plane has entered service with an air regiment in Russia’s Central Military District, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe and according the District’s press office statement on Thursday. Read more: Russia’s Su-25SM3 has Been Modernized with…

Kuwait and the US Navy Buy M61A2 20 MM Gun Systems for F/A-18E/F Aircraft

WASHINGTON, (BM) - General Dynamics is awarded a $20,780,430 modification P00005 to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-18-C-1023), learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: The Saudi and Kuwait`s Abrams Tanks to be Updated with J7 Control Units This modification provides for procurement of 66 M61A2 20 MM Gun Systems in…

The U.S. Air Force Plans to Spend $999 Million for A-10 Wing Replacement

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Boeing has been awarded a $999,000,000 (ceiling) indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for A-10 wing replacements, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Boeing Has Been Awarded a $14 Billion Contract to Modify Weapons on B-1 and B-52 Bombers This contract provides for up to 112 new A-10 wing assemblies…

Boeing Was Awarded a $155 Million Contract for New-Build Apache AH 64E Helicopters

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Boeing Co. was awarded a $154,890,000 modification (P00026) to contract W58RGZ-16-C-0023 to procure new-build Apache AH 64E helicopters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Work will be performed in Mesa, Arizona, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2022. Read more: Israeli Spike NLOS Missile Will Be Tested from…

Taiwan Buys 66 F-16s Totaling $8 Billion

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The U.S. State Department has approved a possible $8 billion sale of F-16 fighter jets to Taiwan, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Reuters. The potential deal is for 66 aircraft, 75 General Electric Co engines, as well as other systems, the agency said in a statement, adding it served the interests of the United States…

Israel Sells Sophisticated Spy Planes to UAE

JERUSALEM, (BM) - A report prepared by the law firm “Appleby” and published by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz revealed that the UAE had signed a contract with the Israeli occupation to get sophisticated spy planes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting MEMO. Read more: Israel`s Rafael Unveils its Next-Gen Flagship Solutions for Land and Air…

Israel`s Rafael Unveils its Next-Gen Flagship Solutions for Land and Air Applications

JERUSALEM, (BM) - Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is participating at MSPO 2019, Kielce, Poland September 3-6, and presenting an array of its flagship solutions for land and air applications, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Rafael Will Present Solutions for Air Battlespace Dominance to the Paris Air Show With vast R&D,…

Russia’s Su-25SM3 has Been Modernized with New Guidance and Launch Systems

MOSCOW, (BM) - The overhaul and upgrade of Su-25 assault jets accomplished by the enterprises of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) extend their life cycle and provide new modern combat capabilities, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360. The combat effectiveness of an upgraded Su-25SM3 increased three times, the UAC said. …

Israeli Spike NLOS Missile Will Be Tested from U.S. Apache Helicopters

JERUSALEM, (BM) - The US Army will hold a demonstration later this month to determine if it can fire Rafael Spike Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) missiles from US helicopters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Israel Defense. Read more: Rafael performed a first test of launch of its Spike –NLOS from a light vehicle (video) The service is set…

Poland, Finland and Australia Plan to Upgrade Their Own JASSM

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Finland, Poland and Australia plan to upgrade their Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according U.S. Department of Defense statement. According the statement, Lockheed Martin has been awarded a $99,000,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for Joint Air-to-Surface…

A Russia`s Combat Helicopter Fires Two Missiles Against Two Different Targets at a Time

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia’s latest Mil Mi-28NM attack helicopter has received the capability to strike two targets at a time with missiles, Air Force Commander, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Russia’s Aerospace Force Sergei Dronov said in an interview with the Defense Ministry’s newspaper Krasnaya Zvezda on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read…

South Korea Buys MH-60R Seahawk Multimission Naval Helicopter Totaling $800M

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Korea of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters with support for an estimated cost of $800 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: South Korea Buys RQ-4 Block 30 Global Hawk Remotely Piloted Aircraft Totaling $950M…

UK Plans to Spend $426 Million to Support the Typhoon Fighter Jets Engines

LONDON, (BM) - The £346.7 ($426) million contract, signed with Rolls-Royce, will provide maintenance support for the EJ200 engine up to 2024 as the Typhoon continues to form the backbone of the RAF’s fighter jet fleet, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Already this year, RAF Typhoon jets have led the fight against Daesh in Iraq and Syria as part…

Russian Ministry of Defence Released a Video of First UAV Okhotnik Flight

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russian Ministry of Defence released a video of first UAV Okhotnik flight, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Twitter source. Russian Ministry of Defence released a video of first UAV Okhotnik flight pic.twitter.com/umEPA0vC50— Vasily Kuznetsov (@RuAviaPhotog) August 7, 2019 The Sukhoi Okhotnik or Sukhoi S-70…

Raytheon Was Awarded a $17 Million Contract for Missile Launchers

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Raytheon is awarded $17,486,136 firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-19-C-0056) to procure 72 LAU-115 D/A missile launchers; 16 LAU-116 B/A missile launchers left hand; and 32 LAU-116 B/A missile launchers right hand, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Raytheon Announced a $406M Radios Contract Work will be…

Israel`s Rada Announced New Orders Totaling $9 Million for Radar systems and Avionics

NETANYA, (BM) - RADA Electronic Industries Ltd. announced that it has received $9 million in new orders in July 2019, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according company statement. $8 million of the orders are for RADA’s radar systems, while $1 million are avionics orders. Applications for the radar systems are for C-UAV (counter UAV), VSHORAD…

Bulgaria`s Avionams Will Repair Future F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jets, Lockheed Announced

SOFIA, (BM) - The F-16 Block 70 fighter will have full combat capabilities, said Lockheed Martin International Business Development Director Jim Robinson, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Novinite. Read more: The US Welcomes the Bulgaria`s Decision to Purchase Eight F-16 Fighter Jets At a press conference, representatives of the US…