In an incredible turn of events, the Monégasque Formula 1 driver, Charles Leclerc, the famous Ferrari driver, swapped his single-seater for the cockpit of a Rafale fighter jet during a training mission with the French Air Force at Air Base 113 in Saint-Dizier. As part of a documentary broadcast on Canal+, this talented driver, nicknamed “Perceval” for the occasion, had the opportunity to explore a new horizon of speed, reaching Mach 2, over 2000 km/h, well beyond his usual top speed of 360 km/h on the track.
Charles Leclerc shared his amazement on social media, mentioning this “incredible opportunity” that allowed him to compare the dizzying sensations of a fighter jet with those felt at the wheel of a Formula 1 car. Produced by Amandine Morhaïm and Julien Fébreau, this spectacular documentary will air on November 4 at 5 PM on Canal+. When will his next adventure be in a Leclerc tank?
charles leclerc tries piloting a rafale
The famous Formula 1 driver, Charles Leclerc, had the rare opportunity to take his place in the cockpit of a Rafale, the powerful fighter jet from Dassault Aviation. This unprecedented experience took place as part of a captivating documentary broadcast by Canal+. During this fascinating training organized by the French Air Force at Air Base 113 in Saint-Dizier, the athlete adopted the war nickname “Perceval”, fully immersing himself in the world of aviation aces. The aerodynamic design of the Rafale enabled Charles Leclerc to fly at supersonic speeds, well beyond the 360 km/h of his Ferrari. His passion for speed was expressed through a sincere amazement at this new and astonishing flying experience.
sensation of speed and aerial spins
This unforgettable flight gave Charles Leclerc the chance to experience unique sensations of speed. Known for his impressive career as an F1 driver, Charles got a glimpse of the spectacular potential of a Rafale, capable of exceeding Mach 2 and performing incredible aerobatics over the Mediterranean. He shared his feelings on social media, describing this experience as an extraordinary opportunity offered by Canal+. This adventure allowed him to compare these extreme speeds with those felt behind the wheel of a Formula 1.
documentary at the crossroads of worlds
The documentary, produced by Amandine Morhaïm and Julien Fébreau, promises to immerse viewers in an adventure akin to a French Top Gun. Scheduled to air on November 4 at 5 PM on Canal+, this film highlights the fascinating facets of modern aviation and motorsport. The ingenious idea of combining motorsport and military aviation adds a spectacular dimension to this production. A fun suggestion for a possible episode 2 would be to see Charles Leclerc at the controls of a Leclerc tank, further exploring the various means of military transport. Viewers will discover this original union between the prestigious circle of F1 drivers and that of fighter pilots.
