Defence & security Industry

Forecast and trends in European defense in 2026

Fernando Luis Puppio Guzmán

The European defense sector is undergoing a transformation, driven by the expansion of financial instruments, an increasingly volatile geopolitical context, and the need to strengthen the continent’s strategic autonomy. While NATO remains the primary security framework for the continent, rising national defense spending and stricter EU participation rules are altering the dynamics of access, influence, and prospects for member states in this constantly evolving landscape.

Commercial air transport Media & publications

“Condor feathers”: A visual history of Aerolíneas Argentinas and its colour schemes

Carlos Ay

In a recently released title, aviation artists Marcelo Morard and Javier Ruberto propose an illustrated history of Aerolíneas Argentinas aircraft liveries, from company pre-history in the late 1940s to the present day. Co-author and Gaceta Aeronáutica senior correspondent, Carlos Ay, provides a peek preview to this innovative project.

Air shows & aviation events Defence & security

FIDA’84: When FIDAE first felt like “the Latin American Salon de Le Bourget“

Carlos Ay

Forty years ago, FIDAE lacked the final “E” in its acronym and didn’t cater for many of the market segments that are usually served in the 21st Century. One of our senior correspondents was there in March 1984 and brings back images, stories and recollections gathered on a week-long stay in Santiago for his first of 10+ visits to the show.