Rakib Reza

Dr Mahmud Reza is an aerospace analyst with a PhD in Aerospace Engineering and Fluid Dynamics from Boston University. He has held engineering and research roles at Boeing and several other US-based defence and aerospace firms, where he contributed to the development of next-generation unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced wind turbine systems. With a strong foundation in aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and UAV design, Dr Reza brings technical depth to his analysis of aerospace defence platforms, drone warfare, and aviation technology trends. His work bridges cutting-edge engineering with real-world military applications, offering critical insight into aerospace innovation and its strategic implications.

Report: Assessment of Myanmar Air Force’s Su-30SME Fighter Aircraft in Combat Readiness and Operational Viability

Posted on 28/04/202517/06/2025 by Rakib Reza

Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction The Myanmar Air Force (MAF) operates a fleet of 6 Su-30SME fighter aircraft, which are derived from the Russian Su-30 family of multirole, twin-engine fighters. These aircraft are intended to provide Myanmar with advanced air combat capabilities, including air superiority, ground attack, and reconnaissance. However, an assessment of the Continue Reading

Conversion of Decommissioned Sangu Offshore Platform into a Maritime Military Outpost

Posted on 24/04/202501/06/2025 by Rakib Reza

Reading Time: 2 minutesExecutive Summary This proposal outlines the strategic rationale and operational feasibility of converting the decommissioned Sangu gas platform in the Bay of Bengal into a permanent offshore maritime military outpost. The platform shall serve as an ISR hub, quick reaction forward operating base (FOB), and node in Bangladesh Navy’s maritime Continue Reading

Clarification on air force bases in northern Bangladesh

Posted on 27/12/2024 by Rakib Reza

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThere has been unnecessary and baseless talk circulating, fuelled by misinformation and accepted by some, regarding the Bangladesh Air Force, which BDMilitary.com aims to clarify. The Government of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Air Force currently have no plans to establish an airbase in Lalmonirhat, Nilpharmari or its surrounding regions. In Continue Reading