Luxeuil: 40 Rafale F5s and ASN4G missiles to strengthen French nuclear deterrence
France is investing 1.5 billion euros to equip Luxeuil Air Base 116 with 40 Rafale F5s armed with ASN4G hypersonic nuclear missiles by 2035. Air […]
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The Mirage 2000DRMV enters service in the French Air Force
The modernized Mirage 2000D (DRMV) enters service with major improvements, extending its operational life until 2035. The Mirage 2000D, a ground attack aircraft of the […]
Macron plans to deploy France’s nuclear arsenal in Europe
President Emmanuel Macron proposes extending France’s nuclear deterrent to Europe, envisaging joint exercises and increased cooperation with European allies. French President Emmanuel Macron recently raised […]
The strategic role of French aviation during the Algerian War
Detailed analysis of the use of French military aircraft in the Algerian War, including missions, aircraft used and strategic impact. The Algerian War (1954-1962) saw […]
Airbus A321 MPA: a new maritime patrol aircraft for France
France is preparing the Airbus A321 MPA to replace the Atlantique 2, in the face of the Boeing P-8’s domination of the maritime patrol aircraft […]
First French Mirage 2000-5F delivered to Ukraine
Ukraine receives its first French Mirage 2000-5F fighters, significantly improving its air defense and ground strike capabilities. On February 6, 2025, Ukraine welcomed its first […]
France denounces Russian radar lock on its Atlantique 2
A French Atlantique 2 aircraft was illuminated by the fire radar of a Russian S-400 over the Baltic Sea. Analysis of the military and strategic […]
France hands over six Mirage 2000-5F to Ukraine
France will deliver six Mirage 2000-5F to Ukraine by 2025. The aircraft, modified for air-to-ground operations, mark a milestone in military support. A turning point […]
Babcock wins 17-year contract with French army to train its pilots
Babcock wins a 17-year contract, worth 795 million euros, to support the training of French army pilots. Babcock France, a subsidiary of Babcock International Group, […]
Dassault Aviation’s Dependence on Rafale Exports
Can Limited Export Markets Challenge Dassault’s Financial Stability? Assessing the financial and strategic consequences for Dassault Aviation if Rafale fighter jet exports are confined to […]