On 19 June 2025, MBDA, in partnership with the Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), Dassault Aviation, and the French Air and Space Army, successfully carried out the first development firing of the new-generation air-to-air missile MICA NG.
At the Paris Air Show, French aerospace company Safran has presented the M88 T-REX, a higher-thrust evolution of its existing M88 engine. Designed for future upgrades of the Dassault Aviation Rafale fighter jet.
Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited have signed four Production Transfer Agreements to manufacture Rafale fighter aircraft fuselages in India.
On 28 May, Indonesia signed a letter of intent expressing its intention to acquire additional Rafale fighter jets from French manufacturer Dassault Aviation.
Pakistan's air defence successfully intercepted a French-made SCALP cruise missile, according to a recent announcement.
During ongoing clashes on the India-Pakistan border in Kashmir, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has reportedly lost a Dassault Rafale fighter jet in combat.
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The final Rafale fighter jet arrived in Croatia today, 25 April 2025, marking the completion of the delivery of all twelve multirole aircraft from French manufacturer Dassault Aviation.
President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to procure additional Rafale multirole fighter jets for the French Air and Space Force in the coming years.
Dassault Aviation has announced its financial results for 2024, revealing a significant increase in revenue and a strong order backlog.
Dassault Aviation has presented the first Rafale F4 multirole fighter jet destined for the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
On 9 January, the final Dassault Rafale fighter jet ordered by Greece landed at the Tanagra Air Base.
In December 2024, Croatia’s Air Force received its first Dassault Rafale fighter jets, marking a significant leap in its defensive and offensive capabilities.
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