A vertical-takeoff experimental combat-aircraft prototype used to investigate lift-engine technology for a future Mirage derivative.
Primary roleFighter
First flight1962
OriginFrance
ManufacturerDassault Aviation
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balzac V | Prototype | Fighter | Armée de l’Air |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- The Dassault Adventure — historical timeline — Dassault Aviation · Tier 2