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Wednesday, December 07, 2011

France is in the running for two aircraft carriers for Brazilian Navy

Thales and DCNS CVF-FR conceptBrazil could continue to modernize its armed forces with the acquisition of two conventional aircraft carriers. Paris is a candidate for this market and sees a good opportunity for the Rafale multi-role fighter.

French Government services and the French manufacturer DCNS follow with great attention Brazil’s decision on procuring two aircraft carriers.

At this point, Brazilian Navy operates only one ship of this type: the São Paulo (former Foch sold used by France). Although it was refurbished, the São Paulo will soon have half a century of navigation.

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