Understanding Pakistan’s submarine plans
An analysis of the Pakistan Navy’s recent purchase of eight conventional submarines from China, especially in terms of propulsion & strategic deterrence…
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Leonardo and Airbus eye developing world for special mission aircraft
By seeking Airbus Group’s shares in the French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR, Leonardo is eying the same budget-sensitive market as Airbus DS…
The impact of India’s S-400 purchase
An overview and analysis of India’s air defence strategy, especially with its recent agreement to purchase S-400 long-range SAM systems from Russia …
Pakistan Air Force: Combat Commanders School (CCS)
An overview of the history, organization, capacity, and objectives of the Combat Commanders School, the Pakistan Air Force’s leadership training school.
France in the process of developing new medium multi-role frigate
The French Navy, DCNS, Thales, and the DGA have been collaborating on designing a new 4,000-ton multi-role frigate for the French fleet and export market.
Discussion: Why Pakistan’s F-16s do not have in-flight refuelling support
With a total of 74 F-16s it is interesting to observe that the PAF does not possess an in-flight refuelling tanker that could support this...
Discussion: Pakistan’s options for addressing India’s air warfare lead (Part 4)
Pakistan's off-the-shelf purchase will likely come from China; the Chengdu Aircraft Industry Group (CAIG) J-10B or J-10C would be of interest ...
Philippines looks to greatly expand airpower capabilities
With plans to acquire another 36 Korea Aerospace Industries FA-50s, the Philippine Air Force is looking to expand its airpower capabilities.
Discussion: Where is Pakistan Ordnance Factories heading?
Overview of Pakistan Ordnance Factories’ history and its role in leading the way for Pakistan’s defence industry development.
Discussion: Pakistan’s options for addressing India’s air warfare lead (Part 3)
The PAF could argue that it needs a high-tech solution to address a capability gap (before the Block-III). However, most off-the-shelf options are expensive