Bangladesh, Oct. 11 -- The Rafale fighter jets, developed by Dassault Aviation of France, are 4.5th-generation multirole aircraft with three main variants: the Rafale C, a single-seat land-based version; the Rafale B, a two-seat land-based variant used for training purposes and task-sharing during missions; and the Rafale M, a single-seat carrier-based variant designed to operate from aircraft carriers.

Rafale jets can carry advanced weapons such as Meteor air-to-air missiles, SCALP cruise missiles, and anti-ship missiles. They are equipped with superior sensors, including AESA radar, front-sector optronics, and SPECTRA for long-range detection and survivability, along with electronic warfare systems.

Missile compatibility, survivabilit...