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Dassault Rafale: The Fighter Jet Every Air Force Would Love to Buy

Caleb Larson
12 December 2024
7 min
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The versatile, reduced radar visibility, Rafale fills a niche for non-stealthy fighters, costing half as much to operate as the F-35. Ideal for nations seeking capable fighters without the complexity or expense of stealth aircraft.
READ: Dassault Rafale: The Fighter Jet Every Air Force Would Love to Buy

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