France’s DGA denies plan for 61 extra Rafale jets, confirms 225-aircraft target
France’s 2026 finance bill confirms that the operational target for its Rafale fighter fleet remains at 225 aircraft,…
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Dassault Rafale, a modern and versatile fighter aircraft produced by Dassault Aviation. Explore news about the Rafale’s capabilities and global operations.
Dassault Aviation completes 300th Rafale jet as backlog swells and output rises
Dassault Aviation has completed the 300th Rafale, marking a new milestone for France’s flagship multirole fighter at a…
Taiwan eyes Rafale as Mirage 2000 fleet nears retirement, says Dassault CEO
Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, has confirmed that Taiwan is showing clear interest in acquiring…
France puts airborne nuclear force to the test in ‘Operation Poker’ drill
France’s Air and Space Force (AAE) carried out its latest “Operation Poker” nuclear-deterrence exercise during the night of…
Dassault Aviation inaugurates new Rafale, Falcon production plant near Paris
Dassault Aviation has inaugurated a new production facility in Cergy, northwest of Paris, marking the first time since…
IAF seeks 114 Rafale jets in direct deal with France, bypassing MRFA tender
India is poised to move forward with a government-to-government (G2G) proposal for 114 additional Rafale fighter jets under…
Rafale under fire: China accused of smear campaign after India-Pakistan clash
Following a flare-up of hostilities between India and Pakistan in May 2025, a coordinated information campaign has targeted…
Safran unveils new high-thrust engine to power future Dassault Rafale upgrades
French aerospace and defense giant Safran has unveiled a new high-thrust engine that will power future Dassault Rafale…
Dassault Aviation and Tata to produce Rafale fighter fuselages in India
Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have signed four Production Transfer Agreements for the manufacture of…
Revealed: Top 10 best fighter jets in the world in 2025
It’s not an easy task to establish which are the best fighter jets in the world. These aircraft…
Indonesia eyes more Rafale jets in new defense deal with France
During French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia on May 28, 2025, French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu…
Packing heat: The top 10 most heavily armed fighter jets
Some fighter jets are made for speed, others for agility. Some of the most advanced fighter jets are…
France may deploy nuclear weapons in Europe, but only on Macron’s terms
French President Emmanuel Macron said on May 13, 2025, that he is open to discussions about deploying French…
Top 10 most agile fighter jets of 2025
Aerial maneuverability has come a long way in recent years, and some of the most agile fighter jets…
Pakistan claims downing of Indian Rafale jets. Here’s what the evidence shows
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply following a deadly terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in…
India signs $7.4 billion deal with France for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets
India has signed an agreement with France to acquire 26 Rafale fighter jets in their naval variant, the…
French Air Force launches surprise dispersal drill and Sweden deployment
The French Air and Space Force simultaneously conducted two high-profile exercises demonstrating its operational versatility and strategic reach.…
Indian Air Force seeks 40 more Rafale jets as Navy finalizes $7.4 billion deal
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is reportedly pursuing a government-to-government agreement for 40 more Rafale jets. At the…