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Dassault Aviation, a French aerospace company, is the developer of the Rafale fighter aircraft. The Rafale is a 4.5-generation multirole combat jet known for its versatility in performing missions such as air superiority, ground attack, reconnaissance, and nuclear deterrence. It features advanced avionics, delta-wing design, canards for agility, and carrier-capable variants. The aircraft is powered by two Snecma M88-2 turbofan engines and is equipped with the Thales RBE2 AESA radar along with sophisticated electronic warfare systems. First introduced in 2001, the Rafale is used by the French military and several export customers around the world.