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Ahead of International Fighter 2024, check out the event highlights from our 2023 conference, to get a feel for what you can expect by attending!

The International Fighter Conference remains the world's leading combat air conference, continuously bringing together the greatest minds in combat aviation from across the globe. It is an undeniable and unique time to be in the Fighter domain, with numerous exciting developments and opportunities as nations work to ensure air superiority as domains become increasingly contested. With this in mind, we are releasing our International Fighter 2023 Post-Show Report. Here, we highlight our past successes and how we plan to push the envelope further this year.

The International Fighter 2024 Conference has gained a reputation as the world’s leading conference bringing together the greatest minds in combat aviation.

Find out which key Air Force Commanders, Procurement Specialists, Capability Planners, and Industry Leaders within the fighter jet community have confirmed their attendance to the International Fighter 2024 Conference!

Unlock the Future of Fighter Technology: Sixth Generation Fighter

Stay ahead in the evolving world of air combat with Defence iQ’s latest report, authored by airpower expert Dr. James Bosbotinis. Discover how cutting-edge technologies like AI, uncrewed systems, and advanced propulsion are shaping the next generation of fighter aircraft 

This report provides an in-depth analysis of:

🔹The evolution of air combat theory

🔹Key technologies and programmes driving the sixth generation fighter

🔹Lessons learned from recent conflicts 

Get the expert insights you need to navigate the future of airpower.

As the 2024 International Fighter Conference approaches, stay ahead of the curve with Defence iQ's latest must-read: the International Fighter Market Report for 2024-2029.

In a rapidly evolving landscape where cutting-edge technologies are transforming both fighter platforms and supply chains, the stakes for national airspace security have never been higher. Nations worldwide are prioritizing air dominance to deter near-peer adversaries, making it crucial to stay informed.

This comprehensive report offers exclusive insights into the most significant programs across the globe, paired with an in-depth spending forecast. Whether you're a defense professional, industry insider, or strategic planner, this report is your key to understanding the current and future fighter market landscape.

Don't miss out—download your copy today and arm yourself with the knowledge to prepare for the upcoming International Fighter Conference.

In preparation for the International Fighter Conference 2024, we have had the pleasure of interviewing Major General David G. “Baja” Shoemaker, the Director of Operations at Air Combat Command (ACC). This quick sortie interview gives insight into the daily functions, challenges, needs and wants of the Air Combat Command.

It is an excellent piece to prepare yourself for the Major General’s presentation at IFC 2024.

Air Commodore Howard Edwards attended the 2023 International Fighter Conference where experts from across the globe highlighted the challenges associated with delivering air power from dispersed locations, effective training, and logistics. 

Here is a preview of what you can expect by attending IFC with an exclusive presentation from the Royal Air Force, which was delivered at the 2023 conference by Air Commodore Howard Edwards, Combat Air Force Commander, on Combat Air Force.

SEAD/DEAD has come to the forefront of conversation as RUSI fighter expert Justin Bronk shares his views on this urgent capability gap. This paper is a clarion call for Western forces to recognise the importance of securing the air against ground defence systems.

The economic impact of defence spending is a complicated subject. Detractors of defence spending cite a variety of reasons why defence spending is wasteful, ineffective or harmful and that it diverts resources from more urgent or beneficial areas such as education, healthcare and development. Could NATO’s failure to deter Russia from invading Ukraine be seen as insufficient commitment to defence spending? The answer is not simplistic, and neither is the case for and against spending on defence. Does defence spending benefit the economy or is it a waste of resources? We recently came across a detailed study conducted by Price Waterhouse Coopers (PwC) on the economic impact of defence spending which we thought was interesting.

In this content piece, Defence IQ has collected the various news pieces related to fighter procurement into one easy to read cited document. This document supplements the up-coming market report by providing the latest happenings in fighter procurement for all the world’s major air forces.

Defence iQ had the privilege of interviewing active duty Mig 29 Pilot “Juice” and spokesperson Colonel Yuriy Ignat of the Ukrainian Air Force.

Using questions from Chairman General (Retd.) Gorenc, Defence iQ gains rare insight into one of the most complex aerial wars in Europe since the Second World War. This interview touches on the challenges and lessons learnt by the Ukrainian Air Force, as well as their material need to ensure air superiority.

When discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is essential to think about it holistically, not only in terms of capabilities but also in terms of what AI really means for defence. 

Defence iQ is delighted to share with you an exclusive interview with Colonel Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton, Director, DAF-MIT AI Accelerator, U.S. Department of the Air Force, sharing thoughtful insights about a regularly misunderstood topic.

AI sets itself to revolutionise the defence domain, from capabilities to industry. Colonel Tucker “Cinco” Hamilton explains why AI and machine learning have become a focal point for defence. He points out the potential and limitations of AI in the defence domain and the nuances of applying it.