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Base Aérienne 115 Orange-Caritat
Air Base 115 Orange-Caritat ( or ''BA 115'', ) is a French Air and Space Force (''Armée de l'air et de l'espace'') base in Vaucluse, France. It is equipped with one runway and was named after Maurice de Seynes, a French-Soviet aircraft pilot. It is located east of Orange, a '' commune'' in the Vaucluse department of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in France. It hosts: * Escadron de Chasse 1/5 Vendée - Dassault Rafale * Escadron de Chasse 2/5 Île-de-France - Dassault Mirage 2000B * Escadron d'Hélicoptères 1/65 Alpilles - Eurocopter Fennec * Centre d'Instruction des Equipages d'Hélicoptères 341 Colonel Alexis Santini - Fennec * a permanent Dépôt atelier munitions spécialisées detachment; this is a headquarters unit responsible for all special ammunition storage in France. * escadron de défense sol-air 10.950 the base air defense unit. * etablissement logistique du commissariat de l’air de Portes-les –valence, a logistic unit. * a guard detachment Fusili ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roundel Of France
A roundel is a circular disc used as a symbol. The term is used in heraldry, but also commonly used to refer to a type of national insignia used on military aircraft, generally circular in shape and usually comprising concentric rings of different colours. Other symbols also often use round shapes. Heraldry In heraldry, a ''roundel'' is a circular charge (heraldry), charge. ''Roundels'' are among the oldest charges used in coat of arms, coats of arms, dating from at least the twelfth century. Roundels in British heraldry have different names depending on their tincture (heraldry), tincture. Thus, while a roundel may be blazoned by its tincture, e.g., ''a roundel vert'' (literally "a roundel green"), it is more often described by a single word, in this case ''pomme'' (literally "apple", from the French) or, from the same origins, ''pomeis''—as in "Vert; on a cross Or five pomeis" (a green field with a golden/yellow cross on which are drawn five green roundels/circles). One s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dassault Rafale
The Dassault Rafale (, literally meaning "gust of wind", or "burst of fire" in a more military sense) is a French Twinjet, twin-engine, Canard (aeronautics), canard delta wing, Multirole combat aircraft, multirole fighter aircraft designed and built by Dassault Aviation. Equipped with a wide range of weapons, the Rafale is intended to perform air supremacy, Air interdiction, interdiction, aerial reconnaissance, close air support, ground support, in-depth strike, anti-ship warfare, anti-ship strike and Nuclear warfare, nuclear deterrence missions. It is referred to as an "omnirole" aircraft by Dassault. In the late 1970s, the French Air Force and French Navy sought to replace and consolidate their existing fleets of aircraft. In order to reduce development costs and boost prospective sales, France entered into an arrangement with the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain to produce an agile multi-purpose "Future European Fighter Aircraft" (which would become the Eurofighter Typhoon). Sub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fusiliers Commandos De L'Air
The (English: Fusilier Commandos of the Air Force) of the French Air and Space Force are equivalent to the United Kingdom's RAF Regiment, German Air Force Regiment or the United States Air Force Security Forces. They are airmen armed and trained as infantry, who provide ground defense of air bases and secure forward base areas. They also participate in forward air control, combat search and rescue missions, and as air assault ground soldiers. Algerian War During the Algerian War, the Air Force deployed its own ''Fusiliers de l'Air'' ground regiments, which used the traditional French half-brigades (''démi-brigades'') unit type. They were formed between September 1955 and June 1956, relying heavily on officers and NCOs posted from the Army. These units were subordinated to the three GATACs. The infantry units of the Air Force were transferred to the Army by the end of 1957. * ''531e demi-brigade des fusiliers de l’air'' - based in Arba, Algiers sector * ''532e demi-brigad ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Special Ammunition Storage
{{unreferenced, date=November 2014 Weapon storage areas (WSA), also known as special ammunition storage (SAS), were extremely well guarded and well defended locations where NATO nuclear weapons were stored during the Cold War era. In most situations, the WSA or SAS areas were located inside the perimeter of an army barracks or an air base in NATO territory, but in a few cases they were located deep inside wooded areas and miles away from a military base. Due to changes in the political landscape, the number of special weapons in Europe has been drastically decreased. Moreover, the introduction of the WS3 Weapon Storage and Security System has made WSAs obsolete. At present, few WSAs are still operational as modern day special weapons are stored in the floors of concrete aircraft shelters and placed under 24/7 electronic surveillance. Examples *Bossier Base *Killeen Base *Lake Mead Base/Nellis Area 2 *Manzano Base *Medina Annex prior to NSA/CSS Texas Cryptologic Center being locat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Centre D'Instruction Des Equipages D'Hélicoptères 341 Colonel Alexis Santini
Centre d'Instruction des Equipages d'Hélicoptères 341 Colonel Alexis Santini is a French Air and Space Force training unit located at Orange-Caritat Air Base, Vaucluse, France which operates the Eurocopter Fennec. See also * List of French Air and Space Force aircraft squadrons Many of the former and active Squadrons of the French Air and Space Force have direct lineage links to many of the "dissolved" squadrons. In addition, each Squadron has for military awards and decorations, and a Fanion (squadron standard). The ... References {{Reflist French Air and Space Force squadrons ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Eurocopter Fennec
The Eurocopter, later Airbus Helicopters AS550 Fennec (now H125M) and AS555 Fennec 2 are lightweight, multipurpose military helicopters manufactured by Eurocopter Group (now Airbus Helicopters). Based on the AS350 Ecureuil and AS355 Ecureuil 2 series, they are named after the fennec fox. The armed versions of the AS550 and AS555 can be fitted with coaxial weapons, rockets, torpedoes and various other munitions. Design The Fennec's design is centered around its lightweight and compact structure, making it an ideal fit for deployment on ships with helipads, such as destroyers or aircraft carriers. This allows for greater flexibility in mission planning and execution, as the Fennec can be easily transported and deployed from a variety of naval vessels. The Fennec comes in two distinct variants, each catering to different operational requirements. The single-engine variant is optimized for simplicity, reliability, and reduced maintenance, making it an excellent choice for sm ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Escadron D'Hélicoptères 1/65 Alpilles (in most Commonwealth air forces)
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An ''escadron'', in French-speaking countries, may refer to: * Squadron (army) * Squadron (aviation) * Squadron (naval) * In military aviation, the equivalent of a: ** Wing (military aviation unit) (in countries such as the United States) or; ** Group (military aviation unit) A group is a military unit or a military formation that is most often associated with military aviation. Air and aviation groups The terms group and wing differ significantly from one country to another, as well as between different branches o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dassault Mirage 2000
The Dassault Mirage 2000 is a French multirole, single-engine, delta wing, fourth-generation jet fighter manufactured by Dassault Aviation. It was designed in the late 1970s as a lightweight fighter to replace the Mirage III for the French Air Force (''Armée de l'air''). The Mirage 2000 evolved into a multirole aircraft with several variants developed, with sales to a number of nations. It was later developed into the Mirage 2000N and 2000D strike variants, the improved Mirage 2000-5, and several export variants. Over 600 aircraft were built and it has been in service with nine nations. Development Previous projects The origins of the Mirage 2000 could be traced back to 1965, when France and Britain agreed to develop the "Anglo-French Variable Geometry" ( AFVG) swing-wing aircraft. Two years later, France withdrew from the project on grounds of costs, after which Britain would collaborate with West Germany and Italy to ultimately produce the Panavia Tornado. Dassault instea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Escadron De Chasse 2/5 Île-de-France
Escadron de Chasse 2/5 Île-de-France (Fighter Squadron 2/5 Île-de-France) is a French Air and Space Force (Armée de l'air et de l'espace) Fighter aircraft, fighter squadron (aviation), squadron currently stationed at BA 115 Orange-Caritat Air Base and were equipped with the Dassault Mirage 2000C fighter aircraft. The squadron's planes now carry aircraft codes between 115-OA and 115-OZ. History EC 2/5 carries on the traditions of a fighter squadron created by Charles de Gaulle on November 7, 1941 as No. 340 Squadron RAF, 340 (Free French) Squadron of the Royal Air Force. The success of this squadron during World War II earned it numerous awards and citations. The squadron was integrated into the 5th Wing in May 1946 and the equipped with the Bell P-63 Kingcobra. From July 1949 to January 1951, it returned to combat when deployed during the Indochina War. In March 1951, the unit was redesignated Fighter Squadron 2/5 Ile-de-France and it moved to BA 115 Orange-Caritat an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Escadron De Chasse 1/5 Vendée
Escadron de Chasse 1/5 Vendée (Fighter Squadron 1/5 Vendée) is a French Air and Space Force (Armée de l'air et de l'espace) fighter squadron currently stationed at BA 115 Orange-Caritat Air Base which flies the Dassault Rafale. See also * List of French Air and Space Force aircraft squadrons Many of the former and active Squadrons of the French Air and Space Force have direct lineage links to many of the "dissolved" squadrons. In addition, each Squadron has for military awards and decorations, and a Fanion (squadron standard). The ... References {{DEFAULTSORT:01.005 Fighter Squadron Vendée Fighter squadrons of the French Air and Space Force ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cabinet Of France
The Government of France (, ), officially the Government of the French Republic (, ), exercises executive power in France. It is composed of the prime minister, who is the head of government, as well as both senior and junior ministers. The Council of Ministers, the main executive organ of the government, was established in the Constitution in 1958. Its members meet weekly at the Élysée Palace in Paris. The meetings are presided over by the president of France, the head of state, although the officeholder is not a member of the government. The Prime Minister may designate ministers to be titled as ministers of state (), who are the most senior, followed in protocol order by ministers (), ministers delegate (), whereas junior ministers are titled as secretaries of state (). All members of the government, who are appointed by the president following the recommendation of the prime minister, are responsible to the National Assembly, the lower house of the French Parliament. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
