First published in 1978, “Air Fan” magazine celebrates its 500th issue with a stunning cover!
500 issues is something to celebrate! Air Fan magazine, launched forty-seven years ago, has reached a stage in its existence where it can be described as “legendary.” The publication, which appears every two months, offers a special issue for October-November. The contents of the “international military aviation magazine” include a series of articles worthy of the occasion, as evidenced by its cover featuring the Rafale Solo Display.
In addition to an editorial obviously devoted to this anniversary issue, the editorial team offers exclusive interviews with leading French military figures: General Bellanger, Chief of Staff of the Air and Space Force, Rear Admiral Desfougères, who commands the French Naval Aviation Maritime Force, and General Cruzille, Commander of the Army Light Aviation.
The rest of the issue includes a retrospective article entitled “The Sharks of the Red Sea” that appeared in the very first edition of the magazine, a close-up look at two Chinese prototypes (J-36 and J-50), and a profile of the Danish Air Force, known as Flyvevåbnet. A truly wonderful issue!
Magazine. “Air Fan” No. 500. October-November 2025.