4th batch of three Rafale fighter jets land in India
On 31st March 2021, the Indian Air Force has received three Rafales as the fourth batch from France. Rafale fighter jets started flying non-stop from Istres Air Base in France.
- After this new arrival of the three jets, India has 14 Rafale fighter jets in total.
- 36 Rafale jets will be received by India from France.
Batchs of Rafale fighter jets to India by France
| Batch | When | How many Jets |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Batch | 27 July 2020 | 5 Rafales |
| 2nd Batch | 4 November 2020 | 3 Rafale jets |
| 3rd Batch | January 27, 2021 | 3 Rafale jets |
| 4th Batch | 31 March 2021 | 3 Rafale jets |
| Total Jets | – | 14 Rafale jets |
The 4th batch of three IAF #Rafales landed on Indian soil after a direct ferry from#IstresAirBase France. pic.twitter.com/Ch36dgptNF
— Indian Air Force (@IAF_MCC) March 31, 2021