Behind the scenes of Charles Leclerc's training mission with French Air aboard supersonic fighter jet

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Charles Leclerc participated in a 48-hour training mission with the French Air and Space Force aboard the Rafale, a supersonic fighter jet.

This extraordinary opportunity pushed him to his physical limits and allowed him to experience the extreme sensations of being a fighter pilot. He expressed immense gratitude to Canal+ and l’Armée de l’Air for making the experience possible, acknowledging how fortunate he is as a Formula 1 driver to have such unique opportunities.

The two-day mission was filled with unforgettable moments, including enduring forces exceeding 8G, mid-air refueling, flying directly over Monaco, and even piloting the plane at low altitude. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for Scuderia Ferrari Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc.

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