Dassault Aviation reports strong performance for Rafale programme in 2024
French aerospace company Dassault Aviation has released its annual summary of production, deliveries, and orders for its multi-role Rafale fighter jet.
Dassault Aviation delivers seventh Rafale fighter jet to Croatian Air Force
On 21 November 2024, Croatia took delivery of its seventh Rafale fighter jet from Dassault Aviation, marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing defence modernisation programme.
France launches development of new stealth combat drone to complement Rafale F5 fighter jet
The new stealth combat drone is expected to significantly boost the technological and operational capabilities of the French Air Force by 2033.
Serbia signs landmark agreement with Dassault Aviation for 12 Rafale fighter jets
Serbia has signed a EUR 2.7 billion agreement with France's Dassault Aviation to purchase 12 new Rafale fighter jets.
France: ASMPA-R missile successfully fired from Rafale B fighter
The French Ministry of Armed Forces announced the successful evaluation of the upgraded ASMPA-R air-to-surface medium-range missile.
Historic day for Croatia as the country receives first six Rafale fighters
The Rafale is capable of performing all the missions assigned to a fighter aircraft: nuclear deterrence, all-weather ground penetration and attack, sea strike, air defence, and air superiority.
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Croatian Air Force receives first six Rafale fighters from France [VIDEO]
France has delivered the first six Rafale jets to Croatia. The new fighters arrived at the Croatian Air Force base in Zagreb, French aerospace company Dassault Aviation announced on April 25.
Serbia explores purchase of 12 Dassault Rafale fighter jets
Serbia is in discussions with French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation for the acquisition of 12 Rafale multipurpose fighter jets.
Dassault Aviation accelerates Rafale fighter jet production
French aviation giant Dassault Aviation has announced an increase in the production rate of its Rafale fighter jets.
Safran Aircraft Engines and Qatar Armed Forces sign support agreement for M88 engines
Safran Aircraft Engines and the Qatar Armed Forces signed a Services Agreement to support M88 engines powering Qatar’s current fleet of 36 Rafale fighter aircraft.
France: first operational deployment of the Rafale F4.1 fighter
On February 16, 2024, Rafale 4.1 fighter jet undertook its first operational mission from Mont-de-Marsan Air Base.
Dassault Aviation receives an order for 42 Rafales for the French Air and Space Force
The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) awarded Dassault Aviation an order for 42 Rafale combat aircraft, known as “tranche 5”, for the French Air Force (AAE).