Dozens of prototypes built and flown over decades have given Dassault an ability to design advanced combat aircraft that belies the company’s relatively small size for a defense contractor, says Aviation Week contributing columnist Antoine Gelain. As Dassault’s Rafale enjoys belated export success, we look back over some of those many prototypes. Credit for all photos: Dassault Aviation
Dozens of prototypes built and flown over decades have given Dassault an ability to design advanced combat aircraft that belies the company’s relatively small size for a defense contractor, says Aviation Week contributing columnist Antoine Gelain. As Dassault’s Rafale enjoys belated export success, we look back over some of those many prototypes. Credit for all photos: Dassault Aviation