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Saab unveils full-scale A3-001 uncrewed combat aircraft concept
Saab has presented a full-scale model of its A3-001 uncrewed combat aircraft concept at the Swedish Armed Forces’ Jubilee Air Show at Malmen Air Base in Linköping. The design illustrates how crewed and uncrewed aircraft could operate together within an integrated future combat air system. Saab envisages the low-observable platform complementing the Gripen and future […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban22 Aug
Swedish Gripen Launches Taurus KEPD 350 Cruise Missile for the First Time
A Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen C launched for the first time a Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missile over the Vidsel Test Range. The Swedish Air Force released a video on Aug. 21, 2026, announcing that a JAS 39 Gripen launched for the first time a Taurus KEPD 350 cruise missile. The live fire […]
The Aviationist•Stefano D'Urso21 Aug
Gripen E Vs. F-35: Stealth Supremacy Or Maintenance Freedom?
Comparing Sweden's warbird to the American stealth fighter.
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Swedish Air Force Slashes Gripen Turnaround Time and Orders 12 New Jets Amid Ukraine Donations
AviationNews – As a newly integrated NATO member, Sweden is significantly boosting its offensive aerial capabilities by reducing the ground turnaround time for its Saab...
EU releases $4bn Ukraine defence loan for drones and Gripen jets
The European Commission has released an additional €3.47bn to support Ukraine's defence efforts, as part of the €90bn Ukraine Support Loan.
GE and Magellan agree on Canadian F414 MRO for Gripen programme
GE Aerospace has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Magellan Aerospace for the sustainment of the F414-GE-39E engine, which powers the Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighter.
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Embraer and Saab plan production of 20 additional Gripen fighters in Brazil
Embraer and Saab have signed a Heads of Agreement (HoA) establishing a framework for the potential production of 20 additional Gripen fighter aircraft at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto (GPX) industrial complex in São Paulo, Brazil. Under the agreement, Embraer would assemble the aircraft, complementing Saab’s existing final assembly line in Linköping, Sweden, and increasing overall Gripen […]
Aviation24.be•André Orban22 Jul
Saab, Embraer agree on potential assembly of 20 new Gripen jets in Brazil
Saab and Embraer have entered into a Heads of Agreement (HoA) that sets out a framework for the potential production of 20 extra Gripen fighter jets at the latter’s Gavião Peixoto facility in São Paulo state, Brazil.
20 additional Saab Gripen aircraft will be produced in Brazil
Embraer will take responsibility for assembling the aircraft, serving as a complement to Saab’s final assembly line located in Linköping, Sweden, to meet global demand for Gripen. Follow Aeronews on...
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Saab, Embraer eye expanded Gripen production in Brazil
Saab and Embraer have signed a Heads of Agreement (HoA) that could see up to 20 additional Gripen fighter aircraft assembled at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in São Paulo state, Brazil. Under the proposed agreement, Embraer would assemble the aircraft alongside Saab’s final assembly line in Linköping, Sweden, expanding production capacity to help meet growing […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm22 Jul
Saab, Embraer expand Gripen production partnership
Agreement paves the way for assembly of additional fighters in Brazil as the country prepares to expand its Gripen fleet
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier21 Jul
Saab, CAE agree to partner on Gripen fighter training in Canada
Saab and Canadian training company CAE have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advanced training, simulation, and mission support for the Gripen fighter aircraft in Canada.
Starmer announces $405m UK backing for Ukraine’s Gripen E fighter jets
The UK government has announced a €300m ($405m) investment to support the delivery of 16 Swedish Gripen E multirole fighter jets to Ukraine.
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UK pledges €300 million to fund 16 Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine
The UK has pledged €300 million ($345 million) to help Ukraine field a squadron of 16 Saab Gripen…
AeroTime•Stephen Pope16 Jul
Why The US Is Worried About Canada & Europe's Aircraft Manufacturing Talks
The Saab Gripen is not integrated into NORAD, and its ability to fulfill Canadian NORAD requirements is questionable and opaque.
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Brazilian F-39E Gripen Fighter Jets Make Historic International Debut at Exercise SALITRE 2026 in Chile
AviationNews – The Brazilian Air Force (FAB) has successfully deployed six F-39E Gripen fighter jets to participate in the multinational Exercise SALITRE 2026 in Chile....
After Gripen deal, Ukraine orders 16 Rafale fighters
French-built fighters are scheduled to enter service in 2028 and 2029
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier13 Jul
Saab signs firm order for 16 Gripen E fighters bound for Ukraine
Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for 16 new-build Gripen E fighters…
AeroTime•Clement Charpentreau1 Jul
Ukraine’s Gripen E Contract Finalized
The contract enables the procurement of 16 Gripen E jets by Ukraine, with the first deliveries expected in 2029-2030, and prepares the planned donation of 16 JAS 39 C/D aircraft. Ukraine and the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV) signed the contract for the procurement of 16 Gripen E fighter jets for the Ukrainian Air Force. […]
The Aviationist•Stefano D'Urso1 Jul