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Générale Aéronautique Marcel Dassault

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Générale Aéronautique Marcel Dassault, now known as Dassault Aviation, is a French company renowned for its production of military and civil aircraft. Founded by Marcel Dassault after World War II, the company was instrumental in the revival of the French aircraft industry. It produced Europe's first supersonic plane, the Mystère, and the highly successful Mirage line of delta-winged military aircraft, which became widely used globally. Dassault Aviation also developed advanced aircraft like the Rafale multirole jet fighter and the Falcon family of business jets. The company is a significant player in the aerospace sector, with a global presence and a reputation for innovation and quality in aircraft manufacturing.12

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