The USAF is looking at updated legacy systems, next-generation manned systems, and futurist autonomous systems for its future air combat.

Watch as Richard Aboulafia joins the podcast to discuss how 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for two next-generation fighter programs conceived in Europe: FCAS and GCAP. Don't miss a single ...

Chinese scientists may have found a way to turn one of the biggest weaknesses of fighter jets into a strength. For years, radar has remained one of the biggest fears that military aircraft have to ...

An effort by France, Germany and Spain to define the path forward on their cooperative Future Combat Air System (FCAS) fighter program will miss a self-imposed year-end deadline and continue into 2026 ...

With the Swedish Air Force set to operate its latest Gripen E (pictured) up to at least 2042 and likely beyond, Sweden has time to develop its long-term future fighter aircraft plans. (Saab) The ...

Saab showcased its KFS future fighter concepts for Sweden at the IQPC IFC 2025 event in Rome. (Saab via Janes/Gareth Jennings) Saab has teased a number of designs it is developing for Sweden's Future ...

Image Credit: U.S. Air Force/Larry E. Reid Jr. - Public Domain/Wiki Commons. From the piston-driven legends of World War II to the stealth platforms of the 21st century, American fighter jets have ...