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Dassault Rafale

Lessons Learned From India’s Struggle to Maintain the Mirage 2000

Lessons Learned From India’s Struggle to Maintain the Mirage 2000

By Rahul Manohar Yelwe
Acquisition off-the-shelf, rather than a deal to manufacture under license domestically, has resulted in a long saga searching for spares and challenges servicing existing aircraft. 
Indonesia Confirms Purchase of Secondhand Jet Fighters From Qatar

Indonesia Confirms Purchase of Secondhand Jet Fighters From Qatar

By Sebastian Strangio
The fleet of 12 Mirage 2000-5 jets is intended to bridge the air force over until the delivery of a new fleet of French fighters beginning in early 2026.

Bangladesh-France Relations: PM Hasina’s Visit and Future Prospects

Bangladesh-France Relations: PM Hasina’s Visit and Future Prospects

By MD Mufassir Rashid
Can Bangladesh and France take ties to the next level?

Delivery of Rafale Fighters to India Likely Delayed Due COVID-19

Delivery of Rafale Fighters to India Likely Delayed Due COVID-19

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The delivery of the first batch of Rafale fighter jets to the Indian Air Force will likely be delayed by three months, according to Indian defense sources.

France Hands Over Three Rafale Fighter Jets to India

France Hands Over Three Rafale Fighter Jets to India

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Three French-made Rafale multirole fighter jets have been officially handed over to the Indian Air Force to date, according to a senior Indian official.
France Pitches Another Batch of 36 Rafale Fighter Jets to India

France Pitches Another Batch of 36 Rafale Fighter Jets to India

By Franz-Stefan Gady
French President Emanuel Macron considers the Rafale aircraft deal to be at the heart of the Indo-French strategic partnership.

The Rafale Acquisition Scandal: A Potential Threat to France-India Defense Relations

The Rafale Acquisition Scandal: A Potential Threat to France-India Defense Relations

By Vasabjit Banerjee and Prashant Hosur
The tortuous Rafale acquisition saga has put a dent in an otherwise robust defense relationship.
Can India and the United States Work Out the Kinks for a Fighter Production Deal?

Can India and the United States Work Out the Kinks for a Fighter Production Deal?

By Robert Farley
Will concern over technology transfer scuttle another aviation deal for India?

India’s Air Force Interested in 36 More Rafale Fighter Jets From France

India’s Air Force Interested in 36 More Rafale Fighter Jets From France

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Air Force is strongly lobbying for additional Dassault Rafale fighter jets.

India Seeks 57 New Naval Fighter Jets for Carriers

India Seeks 57 New Naval Fighter Jets for Carriers

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Navy has issued a request for information (RFI) for a new carrier-based fighter jet this month.

India: Air Force Chief Wants 200-250 New Combat Aircraft

India: Air Force Chief Wants 200-250 New Combat Aircraft

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The outgoing head of the Indian Air Force says the service needs 200-250 new fighter jets to maintain its edge.
It's Official: India and France Sign $8.7 Billion Deal for 36 Rafale Fighters

It's Official: India and France Sign $8.7 Billion Deal for 36 Rafale Fighters

By Ankit Panda
It took a decade, but the Indian Air Force will have its Rafales. The first jet will likely arrive in 2019.

India-France Fighter Jet Deal May Be Inked This Week

India-France Fighter Jet Deal May Be Inked This Week

By Franz-Stefan Gady
After a 16 month delay, a contract for the purchase of 36 French fighter jets could be signed within a week.
India-France Fighter Jet Deal Faces Further Delays

India-France Fighter Jet Deal Faces Further Delays

By Franz-Stefan Gady
France purportedly is insisting that India sign the final contract before the two sides conclude a 50 percent offset deal.

Indian and French Defense Ministers to Meet in Singapore to Discuss Rafale Deal

Indian and French Defense Ministers to Meet in Singapore to Discuss Rafale Deal

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The pending Rafale deal has been delayed for months. Will the defense ministers be able to break the deadlock?

AgustaWestland Graft Scandal Poised to Delay Conclusion of India-France Rafale Deal

AgustaWestland Graft Scandal Poised to Delay Conclusion of India-France Rafale Deal

By Ankit Panda
With renewed scrutiny of defense deals awarded under India's previous government, the India-France Rafale deal might be delayed again.

India to Pay $9 Billion for 36 French Fighter Jets

India to Pay $9 Billion for 36 French Fighter Jets

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The signing of a contract is imminent, according to Indian government sources.
Will India and the United States Coproduce Fighter Aircraft?

Will India and the United States Coproduce Fighter Aircraft?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
New Delhi and Washington are negotiating the possible sale of F-16 and F-18 fighter jets.

Fate of India-France Rafale Fighter Deal Uncertain

Fate of India-France Rafale Fighter Deal Uncertain

By Ankit Panda
Negotiations between India and France over a Dassault Rafale fighter deal appear to be stonewalled.
Are Boeing and India About to Open the Door on a Possible F/A-18 Super Hornet Deal?

Are Boeing and India About to Open the Door on a Possible F/A-18 Super Hornet Deal?

By Ankit Panda
Boeing may be interested in manufacturing the F/A-18 Super Hornet in India.

French Aircraft Maker Expects $9 Billion Rafale Deal to Be Signed Within a Month

French Aircraft Maker Expects $9 Billion Rafale Deal to Be Signed Within a Month

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Dassault Aviation says that it is quickly “moving towards a Rafale contract with India.”

India to Consider French Fighter Jets for Navy’s Newest Aircraft Carrier

India to Consider French Fighter Jets for Navy’s Newest Aircraft Carrier

By Franz-Stefan Gady
France's Dassault Aviation will brief Indian Navy officials on the naval version of the Rafale aircraft this week.

What's on François Hollande's Agenda in India?

What's on François Hollande's Agenda in India?

By Ankit Panda
In India, the French president will look to push on with defense, economic, and security cooperation.
Dassault’s Rafale Struggles in the Asia-Pacific

Dassault’s Rafale Struggles in the Asia-Pacific

By Benjamin David Baker
Dassault faces tough competition in the region.

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