On April 25, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., Croatian Air Force pilots flying Rafale multi-purpose fighter jets entered Croatian airspace. The pilots had departed from Bordeaux, France just before 11 a.m., and their entry into Croatian airspace was marked by contact with the country’s Air Navigation Control.
Upon entering Croatian airspace, the pilots sent a historic message to all citizens of the country, stating “We are now in Croatian airspace, which will be even safer from today onward. The arrival of Croatian Rafales and our skilled pilots marks a new level of security and defense for our nation.”
The event represented a significant milestone for the Croatian Air Force as it showcased the capabilities of its new Rafale fighter jets and the skill of its pilots. The arrival of the aircraft in Croatian airspace symbolized a new era of security and defense for the country.
