French Rafale Jets Escort Ariane-6 Rocket on Its Way to Space | VIDEO- wna24

New Delhi: Stunning visual captured French Air Force Rafale jets soaring alongside the Ariane-6 rocket during its spectacular second launch on March 6, 2025.

This mesmerizing visual captures the jets monitoring the skies as the Ariane-6 rocket soared into space from Europe’s Spaceport, Guiana Space Centre in French Guiana.

The video was shared by Andrew Parsonson, who is a space enthusiast, European spaceflight promoter. The X post shared by him read, “Some footage from those French Air Force Rafale fighters monitoring the skies over yesterday’s Ariane 6 launch.”

The Rafale jets added an extra layer of security and surveillance during the launch, highlighting the importance of maintaining safe and secure conditions for critical space missions.

This collaboration between the French Air Force and space agencies highlights the strategic integration of military and civilian capabilities, supporting European space initiatives.

The Ariane 6 rocket, operated by Arianespace, successfully completed its first commercial flight launch on March 6, delivering the CSO-3 satellite into orbit.  

The CSO-3 satellite is part of France’s defense system, enhancing its Earth observation capabilities. This mission marked a significant milestone for Europe’s space program, demonstrating the rocket’s capability to handle complex launches.

Ariane 6’s modular design positions it as a key player in a wide range of space missions, from low-Earth orbit to deep space, strengthening Europe’s independent access to space.