A plane from the Patrouille de France will “land” in front of the most famous monument in Perpignan

A unique event is being prepared in Perpignan. From Thursday February 6 to Friday February 7, 2025, Place de la Victoire will host a Alphajet of the Patrouille de France, as part of the first Air and Space Force Career Days. A final sequence is planned at Perpignan-Rivesaltes airport, Saturday February 8.

During these three days, young people will be able to discover careers in the Air and Space Force. Meetings, demonstrations and discussions with professionals will be organized.

An Alphajet arrives opposite Castillet

The first activities will begin on Thursday afternoon. This sequence, which will last until Friday afternoon, is aimed priority to educational establishments. For the occasion, a legendary blue, white and red plane from the Patrouille de France will be exhibited in front of the Castillet. The general public will obviously be able to see it.

And job dating and a detailed presentation of the different professions of the Air and Space Force are scheduled. “The young people will have the opportunity to meet aviators from the Istres air base (Bouches-du-Rhône), recruiters and discover in an immersive way the professions of the Air and Space Force” , specifies the Ministry of the Armed Forces.

Young people will also be able to try a Mirage-2000 flight simulator. Another will simulate the effect of ejection seats.

A military helicopter and (maybe) an A400M to visit

Saturday February 8, La Llabanère airport (Perpignan-Rivesaltes) will in turn open its doors to the public. For this final day, the curious and young people who plan to get involved will be able to visit a Fennec helicopter. And Airbus A400M is also announced (subject to confirmation).

Information stands and personalized discussions are planned throughout the event. Just like career conferences led by recruitment specialists. In short, a great event on the program for the start of 2025 in Perpignan.

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