France orders 60 new Rafale jets to strengthen its air power
The 2026 finance bill provides for the purchase of 60 additional Rafale jets, strengthening the French fleet and supporting the national defense industry. Summary The […]
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Mirage 2000 in interception: a sonic boom shakes eastern Paris
On the night of 16 to 17 October, two Mirage 2000s broke Mach 1 to intercept a non-responsive aircraft. Documented account, procedures, figures and issues. […]
Volfa’s unprecedented RESCO 25 after the ejection of an AWACS
From October 6 to 7, 2025, the AAE conducted a full-scale RESCO mission in Corrèze simulating the ejection of an AWACS crew, testing maneuvers, C2, […]
The French Air Force tests the rapid deployment of its Mirage 2000D aircraft at Metz-Nancy-Lorraine
The French Air and Space Force is validating a rapid deployment system for its Mirage 2000D aircraft at Metz-Nancy-Lorraine, with training linked to BASEX and […]
France reportedly delivered only five Mirage 2000-5F aircraft to Ukraine
Between promises and logistical realities, only five Mirage 2000-5F aircraft were reportedly delivered to Ukraine. Capabilities, operational use, and challenges for Paris. Summary According to […]
Deployment of French Rafale F4s in Poland to counter drones
Paris sends three Rafale F4s to Poland following incursions by Russian drones. Operational challenges, costs, effectiveness, and political implications explained. In summary: In response to […]
The French DGA orders Syderal, an anti-drone laser ready for 2030
The DGA signs an order for Syderal, an innovative anti-drone laser system. Background, technical ambitions, budget, and deployment schedule The context of a strategic order […]
A look back at the missions carried out by French Rafale and Mirage aircraft to intercept drones in the Middle East
France has confirmed the interception of around ten drones in the Middle East by Rafale and Mirage 2000-5F aircraft. Context, missions, resources, detailed assessment. Operational […]
The Mirage IV, France’s first strategic nuclear bomber
Designed in the 1950s, the Mirage IV was France’s first nuclear aircraft, a pillar of deterrence and a symbol of French air power. The historical […]
The French Air and Space Force has redeployed two Mirage 2000D RMVs to Djibouti.
Strategic deployment of modernized Mirage 2000D RMVs to Djibouti to strengthen security, air support, and cooperation in the Horn of Africa. Background to the deployment […]