India tests Rafale for INS Vikrant
The maritime version of the Rafale fighter jet was recently test-fired aboard INS Vikrant. The test from the aircraft carrier was successful. The test was conducted to check the take-off of the Rafale jet from the aircraft carrier. This test was successful. The INS Vikrant aircraft carrier uses catapult launches. And this aircraft performed well at launch. A catapult is a device that enables an aircraft to take off from a small space. This is a kind of assisted take off. The catapult accelerates the aircraft from 0 to 165 knots in just 2 to 3 seconds. In this system
Carrier-borne jet search start with Rafale M Demonstration
The selection process for new carrier borne fighter jets for the Indian Navy is underway with a demonstration by France’s Rafale M (Marine) scheduled this week in Goa but several challenges remain ahead, with stiff competition by the American side that is fielding the F 18 Super Hornet that holds out the promise of enhanced naval cooperation in the region. The Rafale M, which operates from the French Charles de Gaulle carrier, will demonstrate its capability to take off from the shore based test facility at Goa that simulates the ski jump deck of Indian Aircraft Carriers. The test presents challenges as the Rafale,
One year completed for Rafale’s landing in Ambala, 12 more aircraft will come
Taking off from France, Rafale landed at Air Force Station in Ambala, India on 29 July 2020. Five Rafale fighter ships had reached India under the leadership of Group Captain Harkirat Singh (who has now been transferred from Ambala airbase). These fighter ships were given water cannon salute at the Air Force Station of Ambala Cantt. The 17 Squadron Golden Arrows established at Ambala was set up for special Rafale aircraft. Along with this, a team from France was also present in Ambala for training of Rafale etc. Five Rafale led by two Sukhoi aircraft had landed at Ambala airbase
4 more Rafale fighter jets to come to India from France, IAF ready to revive 101 Squadron
Another batch of Rafale fighter aircraft is scheduled to reach India from France on May 19-20. The four aircraft are scheduled to reach Ambala from the Merignac-Bordeaux airbase. With this, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to revive the 101 “Falcons of Chamb” squadron at Hashimara in West Bengal. Let us tell you that the exact date of Rafale’s landing in India will be determined by the UAE Air Force by looking at the availability of air refueling and weather conditions. There is a strong possibility that France will hand over all 36 Rafale fighter aircraft to India before
3 Additional Rafale Jets Arrive in India, Strength Now at 14
NEW DELHI: With the arrival of three additional Rafale fighters from France on Wednesday, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has increased its prowess by leaps and bounds. With the addition of three more jets, the number of Rafale fighters in the IAF fleet has gone up to 14. Moreover, another nine are scheduled to get inducted by April end. The three Rafales were refueled in mid-air by Airbus MRTT tankers of the UAE Air Force. The Hasimara forward base in north Bengal will kick off operations with five fighters next month. India ordered 36 planes from France (the equivalent of
Rafale Fighter Jet Included In This Year’s Republic Day Parade
Republic Day Parade 2021 of the year 2021 is going to be special. This time the world-class fighter aircraft Rafale will also show its feat. According to the information, all the luxurious and high-level fighter aircraft including Rafael, MiG and Sukhoi will show their might on the occasion of Republic Day. There will be unforgettable and great moments for India as Hindustani have been waiting for this historic time. Preparations have been intensified for the Republic Day parade. Rafale will also be demonstrated this time in the parade on 26 January. The Indian Air Force is going to show its
Hammer missile will be added with fighter aircraft Rafale
India is increasing the strength of its army amid the ongoing border dispute in East Ladakh. To defeat the enemies, the Indian Army has got Rafale fighter jet some time back. By the way, Rafael is already able to give suitable answers to enemies, but now his strength is going to increase further. The capacity of the Indian Rafale jet will increase further as it will now be equipped with the Hammer missile. The Hammer means that the Highly Agile and Maneuverable Munitions Actuated Range (Hammer) is a missile kit carried by air-to-ground rocket. According to the Hindustan Times report,
Indian Air Force gets three more Rafale fighter aircraft
Rafael’s second shipment in India has arrived on 04 November 2020. With this, the strength of the Air Force of India has increased. The three Rafale aircraft have reached India without stopping en route after flying from France. The second batch of Rafale planes arrived in India at 8:14 pm on November 04, 2020, after flying from France. Earlier, the first fleet of five Rafale aircraft reached India on 28 July 2020. He was inducted into the Indian Air Force on 10 September 2020. With the landing of these three aircraft, the number of Rafale fighter jets in India has
Pakistan in panic due to Rafale’s defiance, buying fighter jet from China
Pakistan is nervous due to Rafal’s arrival. Due to this fear, he is trying to buy more than 30 J10 (CE) fighter jets and his missiles under emergency purchase from China. According to sources, in October, a team from Pakistan visited China and finalized the discussion of buying 50 J10 (CE) fighter jets. Out of these, 30 jets and missiles containing them are to be purchased immediately under emergency purchase. Pakistan started discussing the purchase of the Chinese J10 in 2009, but after the talk of joint production of the JF17 jet started, it was put on hold. After the
3 More Rafale Jets To Boost IAF On 3 November
For a major boost in the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) firepower, three more French Rafale multi-combat fighter jets are expected to arrive in India on 5 November. Five Rafale jets flew to Ambala airbase via Abu Dhabi on 29 July and have already joined Squadron 17 of the Indian Air Force. The next batch of three Rafale will reach Ambala directly from the Bordeaux-Marignak facility on 5 November. Seven Rafale fighter jets are already being used for training IAF fighter pilots in France. On September 10, 5 Rafale jets were added to the IAF’s Ambala in the presence of French