Dassault Aviation is already preparing for the post-Rafale era with the NGF

Commercial success despite a tense context

In an international context marked by war at Europe's doorstep, international tensions, and economic uncertainties, the economic situation of Dassault Aviation is strengthened. This success is particularly due to sales of the Rafale, with 30 Rafale Export ordered in 2024.

The order book stands at a new record of €43.2 billion as of December 31, 2024.

At Dassault Aviation, the order book reached a new record of €43.2 billion as of December 31, 2024. It includes 299 aircraft, including 164 Rafale Export, 56 Rafale France, and 79 Falcon. Since the beginning of the Rafale program, a total of 507 aircraft have been ordered.

Solid financial results

The 2024 revenue stands at €6.2 billion, exceeding the forecast of €6 billion. 21 Rafale (14 France and 7 Export) and 31 Falcon were delivered. The adjusted operating income reached €519 million, representing an operating margin of 8.3%.

The adjusted net income recorded a record €1.1 billion, representing a net margin of 17.0%. Order intake in 2024 amounted to €8,309 million, up from €6,524 million in 2023.

Defense and Business Aviation: notable performance

Defense revenue stands at €3,965 million, divided between Defense Export (€2,016 million) and Defense France (€1,949 million). Furthermore, 31 Falcon were delivered in 2024, generating a revenue of €2,265 million.

Éric Trappier highlighted the efforts to maintain the Rafale production rate at three per month, despite supply chain challenges. Recovery plans are being put in place, with support for struggling suppliers and internal monitoring to anticipate risks.

Employees of Dassault Aviation's French companies benefited from profit-sharing and incentive schemes amounting to €245 million for the 2024 results. The Group employs nearly 14,600 people.

The 2025 objectives include delivering aircraft according to schedule, and meeting the deadlines and costs of military and Falcon developments. Preparing for the future of the Rafale with its combat drone and the NGF, as well as supporting existing aircraft, are also priorities. The Group aims to maintain the satisfaction of military customers, regain leadership in business aviation support, pursue export prospects for the Rafale, and Falcon sales. Recruitment efforts, integrating new employees, and reducing environmental impacts are also at the heart of concerns.