Aviation Week Forecasts: French Defense Modernization Well Underway As Spending Hits 15-Year Peak

The French A400M fleet is expected to more than double in the coming ten years as part of the country's ambitious modernization plans.

Credit: Airbus
In 2023, French defense spending reached $58.9 billion—the highest level in 15 years. The funding, much of which came in the final weeks of the year, marks the initial phase mandated by LPM 2024-2030—an expansive defense spending initiative passed overwhelmingly by both houses of the French...
Brandon Patrick

Brandon works as an Analyst for AWN’s military data team covering the Middle East and North Africa region. As a former Arabic Linguist in the U.S…

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