The French national holiday is set to be celebrated with the traditional military ceremony on July 14th, 2025, at the iconic Champs-Élysées, running from 9:55 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This year’s event will feature an impressive flypast that will kick off around 10:25 a.m., showcasing a total of 70 aircraft, including 39 from Dassault.
The flyover will include a variety of formations, beginning with the renowned Patrouille de France, presenting their “La grande dame” formation with eight Alpha Jets. Additionally, the event will highlight the capabilities of the French military with several categories, including:
– **Air defense**: featuring 2 Rafale C, 1 Rafale B, and 2 Mirage 2000-5 aircraft.
– **Airborne deterrence**: showcasing 4 Rafale B.
– **Air superiority**: including 1 Rafale C, 1 Rafale B, and 2 Mirage 2000D.
– **Military air innovation**: exemplified by 2 Rafale and 1 Mirage 2000D.
– **Fighter training**: represented by 2 Alpha Jets, 2 Rafale B, and 2 Mirage 2000B.
– **French Navy embarked air group**: displaying 5 Rafale M and 1 Falcon 10.
– **Maritime patrol**: with 1 Atlantique 2 and 1 Falcon 50.
– **Overseas assault and support**: featuring 1 Falcon 900.
Following the aircraft display, dismounted units will showcase their precision in a march, leading into helicopter formations and concluding with motorized and mounted units at 11:20 a.m.
This event celebrates not only France’s military prowess but also its rich cultural heritage, promoting national pride and solidarity among citizens. The elaborate presentations, including both ground and air units, render the ceremony a spectacular manifestation of the nation’s strength and unity.