The Dassault Mirage F-1 was designed to replace the famous deltawing supersonic fighter Mirage III, which thanks to its outstanding features made the French aviation industry an international benchmark in the 1960s. The Mirage F-1 in the hunting version entered the service of the French Air Force in late 1973, replacing the older Mirage III within a few years. Compared to its predecessor, the Mirage F-1 is characterised by the use of arrow wings that significantly improved flight performance and maneuverability. Over the years, the Mirage F-1 has been continuously developed by upgrades to the onboard systems, avionics and weapon systems, significantly extending its operational life. The Mirage F-1 also achieved significant commercial success and was used by numerous air forces to equip their hunting associations.