It bears the name of a legendary aviator, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The air base of Saint-Dizier (Haute-Marne) has a strategic role in defending French territory. This is where the Rafales carrying nuclear weapons take off. These fighter-bombarders are much louder than a airliner, up to 100 decibels near the runways. Some residents complain about it, others agree. They even see it as good news for the local economy. (Company topics).
It bears the name of a legendary aviator, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The air base of Saint-Dizier (Haute-Marne) has a strategic role in defending French territory. This is where the Rafales carrying nuclear weapons take off. These fighter-bombarders are much louder than a airliner, up to 100 decibels near the runways. Some residents complain about it, others agree. They even see it as good news for the local economy. (Company topics).