French Air Force tests dispersal and Nordic power projection

At the same time as the US warns of a reduced military presence in Europe – France is stepping forward. SVT was on site when French fighter jets flew in directly from their home bases in a unique operation to drop bombs over firing ranges in Norrbotten. – Our French vital interests also include the interests of our allies. In that perspective, the nuclear umbrella also applies to our allies and of course Sweden is among them, says Ambassador Thi…

French Air Force tests dispersal and Nordic power projection

The French Air and Space Force simultaneously conducted two high-profile exercises demonstrating its operational versatility and strategic reach. While one operation tested the force’s ability to disperse combat aircraft rapidly across the French mainland without prior notice, the other projected French air power into northern Europe in cooperation with NATO allies.  Operation JADE tests rapid dispersal capabilities across France  On April 22, 2…

French Rafale Fighters Project Power Forward To Sweden

French Air and Space Force Rafale fighters are among the aircraft taking part in a power-projection exercise including operations over Sweden, which joined NATO a little over a year ago. The latest edition of the Pégase (Pegasus) drill comes as European NATO members look at bolstering their deterrence capabilities independent of the United States, with France very much at the center of these discussions. Notably, the maneuvers are also being acc…