Four Indian Air Force Rafales were deployed to BA105 Evreux to support the Indian contingent that participated in the French National day parade (also named Bastille day) over the Champs-Élysées, Paris on 14 July 2023. The Indians were invited because in 2023, France and India celebrated 25 years of strategic partnership. Three Rafales made part of the massive formation flight that consisted out of over 70 aircraft. Although unmarked, this Rafale belonged to 101sq "Falcons"based at Jalpaguiri/Hashimara AFS (India). The aircraft made its first flight late 2021 and was delivered on 22 Feb'22.

This Rafale M was delivered in late 2010 to the Marine Nationale. The Navy variant of the Rafale participated in the 14 July 2023 parade over Paris, but was forced to leave the formation due to in-flight troubles. It made a precautionary landing at nearby Evreux and is seen here returning to a parking spot.

Four Indian Air Force Rafales were deployed to BA105 Evreux to support the Indian contingent that participated in the French National day parade (also named Bastille day) over the Champs-Élysées, Paris on 14 July 2023. The Indians were invited because in 2023, France and India celebarted 25 years of strategic partnership. Three Rafales made part of the massive formation flight that consisted over seventy aircraft. Although unmarked, this dual seat Rafale belonged to 101sq "Falcons"based at Jalpaguiri/Hashimara AFS (India). RB006 was built in 2020 and delivered to the IAF most probably in 2021.

A wave to the public while departing RIAT 2023, enabling a good shot of the top-side of this nicely painted Rafale.

2023 display aircraft.

Practice approach to runway 31 at Luqa from Operation Unified Protector mission.

Wearing the full badge unit (ETR 03-004 "Aquitaine")

With special livery to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Flotille 17F

With special livery to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Flotille 17F.