French Rafale M conducts flight tests from Indian aircraft carrier

On October 29th, a French Dassault Aviation Rafale M successfully completed flight testing operations aboard the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. The Rafale M executed an arrested landing utilizing the carrier’s ski-jump system and subsequently performed a takeoff. India currently operates two aircraft carriers with plans to acquire a third. This marks a significant step in integrating French naval aviation capabilities within the Indian Navy's fleet. Representatives from both France and India were present during these crucial flight tests.