Smart Bombs: Military, Defense and National Security
Despite being a septuagenarian "Stratosaurus" with neither stealth nor supersonic speed, the B-52 remains a cornerstone of Operation Epic Fury, striking including ballistic missile...
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Despite being a septuagenarian "Stratosaurus" with neither stealth nor supersonic speed, the B-52 remains a cornerstone of Operation Epic Fury, striking including ballistic missile...
Christian D. Orr, a senior defense editor and former Air Force Security Forces officer, evaluates the enduring legacy of the Mirage 2000 as it...
The B-1B Lancer, affectionately known as the "Bone," has officially joined the U.S. Air Force’s strategic bomber triumvirate in the skies over Iran. Following...
Christian D. Orr, Senior Defense Editor and former Air Force officer, evaluates the "dolorous goodbye" delivered to the IRIS Shahid Bagheri—Iran's prized drone carrier....
Summary and Key Points: Christian D. Orr, a veteran defense expert and former Air Force officer, evaluates the historical “Viper vs. Lightning” dogfights of...
As of March 4, 2026, the fifth day of Operation Epic Fury and Operation Roaring Lion, the "Persian Tomcat" appears to be facing its...
A spur-of-the-moment detour to the Aviation Museum of Kentucky (AMK) on the grounds of Blue Grass Airport proved to be a great lesson in...
The Dassault Rafale is currently undergoing a radical metamorphosis from a 4.5-generation "omnirole" fighter into a sophisticated 2026-era digital combat hub. While the Operation...
The Eurofighter Typhoon has officially transcended its original role as a Cold War interceptor to become a 4.5+ generation "Super Typhoon" essential for the...
The year 2026 marks a historic pivot for the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) as it transitions from a fleet dominated by American...