France

France’s New Laser System Lets UAVs Mark Targets for Guided Strikes

The drone-based laser-designation system is a next-gen targeting technology developed by France’s MERIO to guide precision weapons from long range.

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France’s M51.3 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile Enters Service

The M51.3 submarine-launched ballistic missile developed by Franco-German defense firm ArianeGroup has entered service with France’s Strategic Oceanic Force (FOST).

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France Turns to Thales for ‘Europe’s Largest’ Space Surveillance Radar

Aurore is a new ultra high frequency, software-defined space surveillance radar developed by Thales to track satellites and debris in low Earth orbit.

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France, Germany Team Up on European Missile Early Warning System

France and Germany will jointly develop a European missile early warning system, combining space- and ground-based sensors.

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France to Buy Third EMALS Catapult for Next-Gen Aircraft Carrier

France is looking to purchase its third Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System catapult track for its next-generation aircraft carrier.

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French Army Shows Off Next-Gen, Soldier-Made Tactical Drones at Paris Event

The French Army deployed soldiers for a unique assignment: show off its tactical drones to government officials in Paris.

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France Unveils CALAMAR Multi-Domain Weapons Testing Range

France has revealed its new weapons testing site to evaluate advanced air, land, and naval systems under realistic combat conditions.

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France Clarifies Rafale Jet Expansion After Budget Sparks Confusion

France has confirmed it does not plan a massive expansion of its Rafale fighter jet fleet, saying its goal remains 225 aircraft and not 286, as some reports have claimed.

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France Unveils THUNDART, a 150-Km Deep-Strike Rocket

MBDA and Safran have taken the wraps off THUNDART, a 150-kilometer guided rocket system meant to succeed France’s aging Lance-Roquette Unitaire launchers.

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Eurodrone Passes Critical Design Review, Moves Toward Prototype Phase

The Eurodrone program has completed its critical design review, paving the way for prototype production and ground testing.

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