The Rafale F5 takes on a new dimension with its combat drone
France is accelerating the Rafale F5 and its stealth combat drone. Behind the announcement lies an industrial, nuclear, and strategic choice in response to the […]
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114 Rafale jets for India: a $40 billion strategic gamble
New Delhi grants Acceptance of Necessity for 114 Rafale jets (≈$40 billion). Production in India, technology transfers, impact on Dassault and the IAF. Summary On […]
Rafale vs. F-35: the choice that is dividing Europe’s defense
Rafale vs. F-35: orders, dependencies, ITAR, data, and politics. Why Europe is hesitating between strategic autonomy and NATO alignment. In summary The Rafale vs. F-35 […]
French naval aviation group sets sail for ORION 26
The aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle leads the largest French military exercise since the Cold War. On January 29, 2026, the aircraft carrier Charles de […]
The use of the Rafale in Libya, a showcase for Dassault
The Rafale played a central role in the French intervention in Libya. Missions, weapons, successes, and limitations: analysis of a landmark engagement for Dassault. Summary […]
Ukraine: a letter of intent for 100 Rafale fighter jets
Zelensky and Macron seal a historic agreement for the purchase of around 100 Rafale fighter jets. Amount, deadlines, financing, risks: a complete breakdown of a […]
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 […]
The Rafale’s “USB key”: EMTI makes the aircraft truly upgradeable
The Rafale owes its superiority to its modular EMTI/MDPU computer, a “plug-and-fight” architecture that combines sensors, speeds up updates, and quickly integrates new weapons. In […]
Rafale jets “shot down” by Pakistan return to the skies for Cope India 2025 exercise
Three Indian Air Force Rafale fighter jets, previously claimed to have been shot down by Pakistan, will be present at the Cope India 2025 exercise: […]
Rafale – the Multi-Sensor Data Fusion (MSDF) system.
The Rafale centralizes information from its sensors using MSDF, freeing the pilot from sensor management and enhancing tactical superiority. In summary The Rafale is one […]