Yes. In 2021, AE acquired Rafale fighter jets, 80 units from France (Dassault Aviation)(EUR 16bn (~$18bn)). Status: delivered. Reported by Ordered Dec 2021. The documented package: 80 Rafale fighter jets from France (Dassault Aviation) EUR 16bn (~$18bn). Supplier: France (Dassault Aviation); reported value EUR 16bn (~$18bn); full sourcing is in the data table below.
| Year | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Item | Rafale fighter jets |
| Quantity | 80 |
| Supplier | France (Dassault Aviation) |
| Value | EUR 16bn (~$18bn) |
| Status | delivered |
| Source | Ordered Dec 2021; first aircraft delivered Jan 2025 at Istres (UNI India, 2025-01-30); deliveries continue through 2026+ |
