French Air Force Explores Human-Machine Teaming with Advanced Fighter

France is testing combat AI on its upgraded Mirage 2000D RMV fighter jet, with the goal of developing more effective human-machine teaming capabilities. According to Colonel Alexandre Ribot, the Air and Space Force asked Dassault Aviation to replace one of the aircraft’s mission computers with an open-architecture system capable of hosting new digital applications. The result is a platform that can be updated in short ‘sprints’ every nine months, allowing for rapid deployment of new software and AI capabilities. This initiative mirrors similar efforts abroad, including Saab’s work on the Gripen E and the US Air Force’s use of an AI-controlled X-62A VISTA.