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Jean-Yves le Drian, Minister for Defence, handed Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO of Dassault Aviation, the “F3R” standard development contract for the Rafale combat aircraft. This event took place recently on the occasion of Le Drian’s visit to the Dassault Aviation Mérignac plant. The contract was notified by the French defence procurement agency (DGA) on December 30, 2013.
The F3R standard is an evolution of the Rafale “F3” standard. It is part of the ongoing process to continuously improve the aircraft in line with operational requirements. It will enable Dassault Aviation to integrate the following equipment and weapons onto the Rafale:
F3 R will also include upgrades to Rafale sensors and to systems ensuring total interoperability.
The launch of the F3R standard:
Validation of the F3R standard is scheduled for 2018.