[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  GeoSync [@thegeo_sync](/creator/twitter/thegeo_sync) on x XXX followers Created: 2025-07-23 15:10:01 UTC 🚨 France Developing Stealth UCAS to Fly with Rafale F5 Fighters 🇫🇷🛩️ Dassault Aviation, in collaboration with the French defense ministry (DGA), has launched the development of a Mirage-2000-sized Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) to operate in a loyal wingman role alongside the upcoming Rafale F5 fighters. 🔹 Key Highlights: — The UCAS will be powered by a single Safran M88 engine — the same core engine used in Rafale jets. — Designed to perform high-risk missions like Suppression and Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD/DEAD). — It will support Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT) operations, where a Rafale F5 pilot can control one or multiple stealth drones in real time. 🔹 Strategic Capabilities: — Enhances the penetration capability into contested airspace without risking manned jets. — Boosts combat mass, electronic warfare capability, and strike range. — Plays a vital role in France’s vision of Next-Gen Air Dominance — bridging today’s Rafale with tomorrow’s FCAS program. 🔹 Engine Evolution: Dassault is also integrating a new engine upgrade called M88 T-REX, delivering ~20% more thrust (~9 tons with afterburner), to power both the Rafale F5 and support the demanding operational needs of the stealth UCAS. 🔹 Program Timeline: • 🔹 Program kick-off: Oct 2024 • 🔹 Unveiled at Paris Air Show: June 2025 • 🔹 First flight expected: ~2030 • 🔹 Rafale F5 & UCAS operational readiness: By ~2033 This stealth drone project puts France in the elite group of nations—alongside the U.S., China, and India—developing next-gen autonomous combat aircraft to operate in swarm or team formations with fighter jets. 🇫🇷 With Rafale F5 and this upcoming stealth UCAS, France is not just upgrading aircraft—it’s redefining air combat doctrine for the next two decades. #France #Dassault #RafaleF5 #UCAS #Safran #M88Engine #MUMT #AirDominance #GeoSync #Defense #Mirage2000 #LoyalWingman #FutureWarfare #ParisAirShow2025  XX engagements  **Related Topics** [$safpa](/topic/$safpa) [stocks defense](/topic/stocks-defense) [$ampa](/topic/$ampa) [france](/topic/france) [Post Link](https://x.com/thegeo_sync/status/1948037893324489085)
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🚨 France Developing Stealth UCAS to Fly with Rafale F5 Fighters 🇫🇷🛩️
Dassault Aviation, in collaboration with the French defense ministry (DGA), has launched the development of a Mirage-2000-sized Unmanned Combat Air System (UCAS) to operate in a loyal wingman role alongside the upcoming Rafale F5 fighters.
🔹 Key Highlights: — The UCAS will be powered by a single Safran M88 engine — the same core engine used in Rafale jets. — Designed to perform high-risk missions like Suppression and Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD/DEAD). — It will support Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT) operations, where a Rafale F5 pilot can control one or multiple stealth drones in real time.
🔹 Strategic Capabilities: — Enhances the penetration capability into contested airspace without risking manned jets. — Boosts combat mass, electronic warfare capability, and strike range. — Plays a vital role in France’s vision of Next-Gen Air Dominance — bridging today’s Rafale with tomorrow’s FCAS program.
🔹 Engine Evolution:
Dassault is also integrating a new engine upgrade called M88 T-REX, delivering 20% more thrust (9 tons with afterburner), to power both the Rafale F5 and support the demanding operational needs of the stealth UCAS.
🔹 Program Timeline: • 🔹 Program kick-off: Oct 2024 • 🔹 Unveiled at Paris Air Show: June 2025 • 🔹 First flight expected: ~2030 • 🔹 Rafale F5 & UCAS operational readiness: By ~2033
This stealth drone project puts France in the elite group of nations—alongside the U.S., China, and India—developing next-gen autonomous combat aircraft to operate in swarm or team formations with fighter jets.
🇫🇷 With Rafale F5 and this upcoming stealth UCAS, France is not just upgrading aircraft—it’s redefining air combat doctrine for the next two decades.
#France #Dassault #RafaleF5 #UCAS #Safran #M88Engine #MUMT #AirDominance #GeoSync #Defense #Mirage2000 #LoyalWingman #FutureWarfare #ParisAirShow2025
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