Rafael includes US F-35 in dogfite, panic in NATO

Last updated: August 22, 2025, 18:22 IST RAFALE Fighter Jet News: During the Atlantic Trident practice in Finland, France’s Rafael ‘Kill Locked’ in Dogfite by Rafael of France. This victory created a stir in NATO and attracted the attention of many countries, including India. Rafale Fighter Jet News: There was recently a view in Finland’s air that attracted the attention of military experts from all over the world. The French Rafael fighter plane defeated the US F-35 Lightning II in a nearest maneuver (dogfite) and purchased ‘Kill Lock’ on it. This means that Rafael F-35 brought to the target of the rocket, after which he could not escape. This victory is special because F-35 is considered the world’s most advanced stealth fighter plane of the fifth generation. At the same time, Rafael is a ray of 4.5 generation. But because of his agility and manual, he showed that he was no less than someone in the nearest air game. – Armée de l’Al et de l’space (@armee_de_lair) August 20, 2025 Atlantic Trident 25: Two weeks’ maneuvers took place during a multinational military exercise called Atlantic Trident 25. The practice, which lasted from 16 to 27 June 2025, was presented by Finland. The special thing is that this exercise was done outside the US, Britain and France for the first time. Four Air Force countries participated in the US: F-35A Lightning II, F-15th Strike Eagle and KC-135 Tanker France: Rafael, A330 MRTT, A400m and AWACS Britain: Eurofight Typhoon Finland: F/A-A18 Hornet Total more than 40 aircraft and more than 1,000 soldiers. The purpose of the practice was to test the fourth and fifth generation jets and test their war capacity. How did Rafael do ‘Kill Lock’? On August 20, the French Air and Space Force released a video on its official X account. In this, a Rafale pilot was seen on F-35 using an infrared search and track (IRST) system. Rafael’s target system clearly shows that he caught F-35 in the 15th second of the video. In the nearest air war, pilots quickly turn their aircraft and try to target the enemy. Rafael’s quick and excellent design gave him an edge. Experts believe that F-35 should have received a warning from Rafael’s radar lock, but he could not escape from it. The air force of four countries participated. Old History: Rafael also defeated F-22, this is not the first time Rafael American Stealth Jet has defeated. In a practice in the UAE in 2009, Rafael also closed the F-22 Raptor. At the time, the French pilot pushed his Rafael to 9g and caught F-22. The French Defense Ministry still confirmed this achievement by releasing the video. What is Rafael’s power? Rafael is made by Daso Aviation and it is counted among the world’s most reliable multirol fighter aircraft. Its features are: RBE2 AESA Radar: The ability to detect various goals simultaneously. IRST System: Sensor catches stealth -jets from their heat. Micah and Meteor missiles: Able to attack air from air and air to soil. Delta Wing and Canard Design: Make it extraordinarily agile. Self -defense system: The ability to protect themselves from enemy missiles and radars. French strategy president Emmanuel Macron constantly promotes Rafal as an alternative to F-35 in Europe and the world. This achievement will further strengthen their marketing strategy. Competition in NATO – Both America and France are allies of NATO, but also a strong competitor in the fighter jet market. This phenomenon increases Rafael’s credibility. Proud of India – India has bought 36 Rafale jets and is likely to buy more in the future. In such a situation, this victory of Rafael against F-35 is also encouraging news for the Indian Air Force. Rafael vs F-35: Who is heavy on whom? Rafael (4.5 generation): extremely effective in close war (dogfite) and multirol missions. F-35 (5th generation): The ability to kill the enemy of stealth and long distances is the biggest plus. Dogfite of Finland made it clear that Rafael’s upper hand in the nearest air game is heavy, while the power to attack F-35 from a distance gives him an edge. About author Sumit Kumit Sumit Kumar works as a senior sub editor in News18 Hindi. He has been associated with the Central Desk team for the past three years. He has a master’s degree in travel. Before working in News18 Hindi, … Read more Sumit Kumar works as a senior sub -editor in News18 Hindi. He has been associated with the Central Desk team for the past three years. He has a master’s degree in travel. Before working in News18 Hindi, … Read more first published: 22 August 2025, 18:22 IST Homeworld Rafael Locked American F-35 in Dogfite, there was a panic in NATO