Rafale Marine Lands Aboard INS Vikrant
A Rafale Marine landed on the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant on October 29, 2026, the Indian Navy said.
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A Rafale Marine landed aboard INS Vikrant on October 29, 2026. The Indian Navy said the aircraft completed the landing on its maiden attempt.
Key details
- The landing took place on October 29, 2026.
- The Indian Navy said the aircraft completed the landing on its first attempt.
The Indian Navy said the Rafale Marine completed its landing on INS Vikrant on its first attempt.
Why it matters
The landing demonstrates a Rafale Marine aircraft operating from India’s aircraft carrier. Carrier operations require aircraft to land on a moving flight deck, a different environment from a conventional runway.
What happens next
The carrier trials will continue to assess Rafale Marine operations from Indian aircraft carriers. Which milestone in the trials will you be watching next?
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