Rafale M of Indian Navy - Updates & Discussions

We signed only in 2024.. with so much of Dassault orders ahead of ours.

We ought begin delivery from 2029 ..

This is shocking news

@Picdelamirand-oil @Bon Plan
Should be two-seat trainer variant. Our order is split between 22 Rafale M and 4 Rafale B trainers. Don't think any Rafale M will arrive in this year or before 2027, IMO.
 
Should be two-seat trainer variant. Our order is split between 22 Rafale M and 4 Rafale B trainers. Don't think any Rafale M will arrive in this year or before 2027, IMO.
During the signature of deal, there was some news about leasing twin seater immediately..

And 5 years instead of usual 3 years for the delivery.. i thought since it's M model Dassault makes it together with order of French navy..
 
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During the signature of deal, there was some news about leasing twin seater immediately..

And 5 years instead of usual 3 years for the delivery.. i thought since it's M model Dassault makes it together with order of French navy..
Leasing/ purchasing immediately will help us make standard operating procedures and training for the actual delivery of 26 Rafales.
Especially the lift part.
Will also help in designing next aircraft carrier.
 
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