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Dassault Rafale F5 development and procurement

Overview

Dassault Aviation announced the development of the Rafale F5, a next-generation fighter jet designed to serve as a bridge to sixth-generation combat aircraft. Developed by France to ensure military sovereignty following the discontinuation of the European SCAF program, the F5 will feature advanced sensor fusion, new radar, and electronic warfare systems. The program includes the integration of AI-supported ‘loyal wingman’ drones and will support France’s nuclear deterrent via the future ASN4G hypersonic missile.

France intends to acquire 47 of these jets by 2035 under its updated Military Programming Law. However, France will now bear the full estimated 5 billion euro cost of the project after negotiations with the United Arab Emirates failed due to disagreements over technology access and industrial involvement. While France manages the domestic program, the broader Rafale fleet continues to see international interest from nations including Egypt and India.

Entities

France · Dassault Aviation · Rafale · SCAF · Egypt

Timeline

5 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
France to acquire 47 Rafale F5 fighter jets for nuclear deterrence
France plans to acquire 47 upgraded Rafale F5 fighter jets by 2035 for nuclear deterrence, while Dassault Aviation sees growing international demand from Egypt and India.
15 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
Dassault Aviation announces Rafale F5 fighter jet development
Dassault Aviation is developing the Rafale F5 fighter jet, expected to enter service by 2033–2035. The French-led project features AI-driven drone integration and hypersonic missile capabilities.

Sources

aerotelegraph.com · avionrevue.com · generation-nt.com · indiandefensenews.in · soha.vn · thanhnien.vn