In this 83rd issue, the editorial team at “Raids Aviation” examines the Rafale and its export successes, and offers an in-depth look at the inner workings of the Patrouille de France.
More than just an aircraft, a true success story! For its April-May 2026 issue, “Raids Aviation” dedicates its cover to the Rafale, with a feature on the aircraft’s success. Export prospects, technologies, customers, the international context… The editorial team takes a deep dive into the world of the Rafale and describes its environment, particularly the commercial landscape. And “spoiler alert”—the news is good!
Also in the magazine’s pages, a spotlight on the documentary “Athos,” which offers an immersive look at the personnel (and the Alpha Jets) of the Patrouille de France. Still on the subject of the Air and Space Force, don’t miss a look back at last fall’s Garuda exercise, which brought together French Rafales and Indian Air Force aircraft at Mont-de-Marsan (BA 118).
Internationally, in this issue, “Raids Aviation” provides an overview of South Korea’s air force; highlights Swedish aircraft manufacturing with the Saab JAS-39 Gripen; and profiles the Greek military aviation sector and its prospects for development. Also on the international front, don’t miss an article on the future of Japanese training aircraft, the arrival of the first F-35s in Belgium, or a guided tour of the Seoul War Memorial (South Korea).
Not to mention the France and international news briefs, or an article on “spotters”—those photographers capable of waiting for hours to capture the perfect moment and turn a snapshot of an aircraft into a moment of eternity.
Magazine. “Raids Aviation” No. 83. April–May 2026. Éditions Histoire & Collections. 84 pages. Reference AVI083.