Sunday, February 12, 2017

Rafale to display solo flights at Aero India

The Rafale multi-role combat aircraft, set to become an important part of the Indian Air Force inventory in the near future, will be showcased at Aero India 2017 and perform solo flights daily, officials from its manufacturer Dassault Aviation said.

Three Rafale fighter aircraft that will take part in the biennial air show and aviation exhibition will include a single-seat Rafale C and two twin-seat Rafale B aircraft.

A daily flight “solo” display will be performed, officials said.

This comes as India has inked a deal with France for 36 Rafale fighter jets in a government-to-government contract.

“Dassault Aviation, the Rafale manufacturer, has contributed proudly to India’s defence preparedness for more than 60 years. Demonstrating Rafale’s capabilities in the Aero India reaffirms our total commitment to India’s sovereignty,” said Eric Trappier, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dassault Aviation.

The deliveries of the aircraft will start in September, 2019 and will be completed in April, 2022, according to the Defence Ministry.
11/02/17 Economic Times/Defence Aviation Post
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