The Dassault Mirage family of fighter jets – from the early Mirage III through the Mirage F1, Mirage 2000, and the ambitious Mirage 4000 – represents one of the most storied lineages in aviation. These French delta-wing warriors carved out a legendary reputation for speed, versatility, and global impact. Born in the Cold War, the Mirage jets combined elegant…
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All F-22 Raptor Developments in 2025 The legendary F-22 Raptor stealth fighter has had a pivotal year in 2025, marked by high-stakes combat operations, ambitious modernization plans, and fierce debates over its future. From spearheading airstrikes in the Middle East to receiving cutting-edge upgrades aimed at countering rising threats, the F-22 has proven why it…
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2025 has been a turbulent and historic year for the U.S. Air Force’s B-2 Spirit stealth bomber. From top-secret combat missions in the Middle East to cutting-edge upgrades and high-level defense budget battles, the iconic flying wing has dominated headlines. This long-form roundup explores everything B-2 in 2025 – including global deployments and missions, maintenance…
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Regulatory Framework in Greece (EU and National Regulations) Greece’s drone regulations are governed by both European Union rules and national requirements set by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority (HCAA). As an EU member, Greece follows the EU Drone Regulation (Regulations 2019/947 and 2019/945), which took effect at the end of 2020 and introduced a risk-based…
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Introduction: Global Future Combat Air Systems: Technologies, Programs, and Strategic Impact Around the world, a high-stakes race is underway to develop the next generation of combat aircraft – often dubbed “sixth-generation” fighters or Future Combat Air Systems (FCAS). These ambitious programs aim to leap beyond today’s stealth jets (like the F-35 and J-20) by around…
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Who Controls the Skies – FAA vs. Local Authority Drones have soared in popularity in Los Angeles, but navigating the patchwork of laws can be daunting. Both federal and local authorities play roles in regulating drone use. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has exclusive authority over U.S. airspace – it sets nationwide rules for how,…
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Regulatory Authorities: Who Governs Drones in Japan? Japan’s drone regulations are primarily overseen by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), specifically through the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) uavcoach.com. MLIT/JCAB serves as the national aviation authority, handling drone registration, setting safety rules, and issuing flight permissions caldwelllaw.com. In addition to MLIT, other…
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Geostationary satellites – perched 36,000 km above Earth in the coveted orbit where they match Earth’s rotation – are entering a new era of renewal and reinvention. After decades of steady service, many of the world’s GEO satellites are aging beyond their planned lifespans, and a wave of replacements and upgrades is on the horizon. Between…
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Definition and Overview Aviation satellite services refer to the use of satellites to support air travel through communication, navigation, surveillance, and connectivity functions. These services enable aircraft to maintain links far beyond the range of ground-based radios by connecting to communications satellites en.wikipedia.org. Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) provide precise positioning and navigation signals to…
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