JAS 39 Gripen News
2017
31 October 2017 | Flight Global
Supersonic test keeps Gripen E on target
Saab's Gripen E remains on track for delivery to the Swedish and Brazilian air forces from 2019, with the Swedish company's first prototype having recently passed a significant performance milestone.
26 September 2017 | Flight Global
Bulgarian government backtracks on Gripen selection
Bulgaria is to restart its fighter procurement initiative, following recommendations made by a parliamentary investigation board after its review of the decision to name Saab's Gripen C/D as preferred candidate.
20 September 2017 | Flight Global
​Gripen Aggressor enters the fray in US red air competition
Saab is exploring the burgeoning red air market with its Gripen Aggressor, but the new adversary aircraft could face a tough competition against cheaper, former military jets. Last week, Saab unveiled a new derivative of its Gripen C at the DSEI exhibition in London. The Aggressor is outfitted with simulation-based capability to fire air-to-air missiles and Saab's PS-05 Mk IV radar and an air combat manoeuvring instrumentation pod. This week, Saab officially announced its intent to target the US Air Force’s adversary air (ADAIR) contract, though private contractors appear lukewarm on the new platform.
15 June 2017 | Combat Aircraft
Gripen E makes maiden flight
Saab’s JAS 39 Gripen E has made its maiden flight today. It flew from Saab’s Linköping site this morning. The Gripen E will operate at a higher all-up weight than the JAS 39C variant: 16.5 tonnes compared to 14 tonnes.…Read more ›
15 June 2017 | MILAVIA News
Saab Gripen E First Flight
At 10:32 on Thursday June 15, Gripen E took off on its maiden flight, flown by a Saab test pilot. The aircraft (designation 39-8) left from Saab’s airfield in Linköping, Sweden and flew over the eastern parts of Östergötland for 40 minutes. During the flight, the aircraft carried out a number of actions to demonstrate various test criteria including the retracting and extending of the landing gear.
9 May 2017 | Combat Aircraft
Gripen E to fly Q2 2017
Saab says its new JAS 39 Gripen E will fly before the end of Quarter 2, 2017. Having been rolled out in May 2016, Saab initially expected to fly the first Gripen E prototype (serial 39-8) before the end of…Read more ›
2016
15 June 2016 | DefenseNews.com
Gripens To Replace Botswana F-5 Fighter Jets
The Botswana Defense Force has confirmed it is negotiating with Swedish aircraft manufacturer Försvarets Materielverk for the acquisition of JAS Gripen "C" and "D" aircraft variants.       Â
19 May 2016 | DefenseNews.com
Sweden 'In Talks' With Botswana Over Gripen C/D Fighter Jets
Sweden’s state-funded military materials procurement agency is denying that a deal has been struck to sell 12 Saab JAS Gripen C/D multirole fighters to Botswana.       Â
19 February 2016 | Defense-Aerospace
Saab to Roll Out Gripen E Fighter on May 18
SINGAPORE --- Saab’s next-generation Gripen E combat jet will be rolled out of the assembly site at Linkoping, Sweden, on May 18, the company announced during a briefing with reporters at the Singapore Airshow. Three aircraft are planned for the test phase of the new aircraft E/F variant, which h...
2015
7 August 2015 | NATO News
Czech Air Force Gripens conduct NATO air surveillance mission over Iceland
Four Czech Air Force JAS-39 Gripen aircraft are currently conducting air patrols and training in the skies above Iceland under the Alliance’s air surveillance mission for the Nordic NATO Ally. The fighter jets and 70 personnel took up their duties at the end of July. Their task is to provide “airborne surveillance and interception capabilities to meet Iceland’s peacetime preparedness needs.” The Czech Air Force will conduct the mission through 29 August 2015.
30 April 2015 | Flight Global
Sweden to boost operational readiness with Gripen
The Swedish government has outlined its defence priorities for the period to 2020, with new measures to include increasing the number of fully operational Saab Gripen squadrons and potentially ordering a further 10 E-model examples.
15 April 2015 | Flight Global
Selex gets IRST contract for Gripen E fighter
​Saab has awarded Selex ES a production contract for the Skyward-G infrared search and track (IRST) system, with the deal covering equipment to be installed with the Swedish air force’s future Gripen E fleet.
25 March 2015 | Flight Global
Swedish air force receives its last Gripen C
​Saab has delivered its final Gripen C ordered for the Swedish air force, with the fighter having been flown from its Linköping final assembly site to Kallinge air base near Ronneby on 19 March. [...] The next single-seat fighter to be delivered to the Swedish air force will be the first of at least 60 Gripens to be manufactured in the advanced E configuration. Saab is under contract to hand over its first example of the larger and more powerful model during 2019...
2014
20 November 2014 | Flight Global
Brazil begins flight training on Gripen
The first two Brazilian pilots to undergo training for the Saab Gripen NG multirole fighter have completed their first flight on the type: a 50min training sortie conducted over the Baltic Sea on 19 November.
2 November 2014 | DefenseNews.com
Sweden Sees New Chance To Sell Gripen to Finland
Sweden hopes Saab's $5.4 billion Gripen-E deal with Brazil can open a dialogue with Finland, which is on course to replace its F/A-18 Hornets in the next 10 years.
26 October 2014 | IHS Jane's
Brazil signs for 36 Gripen E/F fighters
Brazil has signed a SEK39.3 billion (USD5.4 billion) contract for 36 Gripen E/F fighters, the company announced on 27 October. The contract, which was signed by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) through the Aeronautics Command (COMAER), follows a decision by the Brazilian Air Force (Força Aérea Brasileira - FAB) to select the Swedish-built fighter to fulfil its F-X2 requirement in December 2013. Starting from 2019, the FAB will take delivery of 28 single-seat Gripen E and eight twin-seat Gripen F aircraft. Deliveries are set to run through to 2024.
2 September 2014 | Flight Global
Slovakia creeps closer to Gripen agreement
​The Czech Republic, Slovakia and Sweden have signed a letter of intent agreeing to cooperate on using the Saab JAS-39 Gripen combat fighter, paving way for a potential Slovakian acquisition of the aircraft.
12 August 2014 | IHS Jane's
UAE Mirage 2000-9s, Thai Gripens make debut at Pitch Black exercise Australia
A number of air forces and aircraft types are making their debut at exercise 'Pitch Black 2014', a biennial air exercise being held in northern Australia from 1-22 August. Seven countries have assembled a total of 110 aircraft and 2,300 personnel to Australia, including the United Arab Emirates Air Force...
23 July 2014 | Flight Global
Gripen will not compete in Danish fighter competition
The Swedish government has announced that it will not contend Denmark’s fighter replacement competition with its domestically-built Saab Gripen jet.
15 July 2014 | IHS Jane's
Hungary seeks air-to-ground weapons for Gripen
Hungary is looking to acquire close air support weapons and specialist targeting equipment to fulfil the committment of its air force to support the Visegrad Four (V4) European Union battlegroup. Speaking at a Swedish Air Force Fan Club event in London on 12 July ahead of the Farnborough
7 July 2014 | IHS Jane's
Sweden concludes Gripen-Meteor integration firings
The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and Saab have completed missile integration firings of the MBDA Meteor beyond visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) from the Gripen fighter, the company announced on 7 July. The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and Saab have completed missile integration firings of the MBDA Meteor beyond visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) from the Gripen fighter, the company announced on 7 July. These final firings, which were conducted earlier in the year, were geared at validating seeker performance and missile range.
18 June 2014 | Flight Global
Saab flies new countermeasures pod on Gripen
​Saab’s new self-protection system for fixed-wing aircraft – the ESTL – flew on board the Gripen multi-role fighter for the first time earlier this month, the company has revealed.
13 June 2014 | IHS Jane's
Swedish Gripen Es to be new-build rather than re-manufactured
The Swedish government is set to amend the Gripen E production contract so that the aircraft will be new-build rather than re-manufactured airframes, a Saab spokesperson confirmed to IHS Jane's on 12 June. The country's parliament is said to have agreed the move to procure newly-built aircraft...
19 May 2014 | Flight Global
Czech government signs Gripen lease extension
​The governments of the Czech Republic and Sweden have signed a new agreement to extend the NATO nation’s lease deal for 14 Gripen C/Ds by a further 12 years.
19 May 2014 | IHS Jane's
Swiss voters reject Gripen purchase
Swiss voters have rejected the country's planned purchase of 22 Saab Gripen E fighter aircraft in a landmark referendum on 18 May. In a major blow to Saab, the country voted 53.4% against the proposed CHF3.126 billion (USD3.45 billion) purchase of the Gripen E to replace the country's ageing Northrop F-5 Tiger II fighter aircraft.
13 March 2014 | Flight Global
Saab reveals full Gripen E design, cost savings
Saab has started fuselage assembly work on its first of three Gripen E test aircraft and revealed its detailed design for the future variant.
13 March 2014 | Flight Global
Czech government approves Gripen lease extension
The Czech Republic looks set to continue flying the Saab Gripen C/D until at least 2026, with its government expected to sign a lease extension deal with the Swedish Defence and Security Export Agency (FXM) in April.
12 February 2014 | Flight Global
Saab looks for additional Thai Gripen sale
​Saab is in discussions with Thailand for six additional Gripen C/D fighters, the Swedish company says.
4 February 2014 | IHS Jane's
Saab confirms twin-seat Gripen F development for Brazil
Saab has confirmed to IHS Jane's that Brazil's aerospace industry will be given the opportunity to develop a two-seater version of the Gripen NG as part of the USD4.5 million consignment of 36 fighter aircraft ordered by the country. [...] Out of the 36 fighter jets under the FAB F-X2 programme, eight of the aircraft will be twin-seat Gripen Fs and the rest will be in the single-seat Gripen Es.
29 January 2014 | Flight Global
Date set for Swiss Gripen referendum
​Switzerland’s planned purchase of 22 Saab Gripen E fighters will be put to the public vote on 18 May, the nation’s Federal Council has confirmed.
16 January 2014 | Defense-Aerospace
First Swedish-Brazilian Meeting on Gripen Buy
BRASILIA --- Defense Minister Celso Amorim on Wednesday afternoon hosted the Swedish Secretary of State for Defence, Carl von der Esch, and his delegation to exchange information on the progress of the purchase by Brazil of 36 Swedish Gripen NG fighters. At the meeting, held at the Ministry of Defence, in BrasĂlia (DF), Amorim again said that the choice of aircraft by the Brazilian government was based on three criteria: price, technology transfer and performance. And that the decision had not prioritized the political aspect, but the technical aspects of the aircraft.
2013
23 December 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Brazil May Lease Gripen Cs As Mirages Retire
Brazil is interested in leasing or buying second-hand Gripen C/D fighters until the new-generation Gripen E it has selected as its new fighter enters service in 2018. Initial deliveries will go to Sweden, however, and first deliveries to Brazil are not expected until two years later, ...
18 December 2013 | Flight Global
Saab gets E-model contract to convert Swedish Gripens
​Saab is to modify 60 Gripen C fighters to its enhanced E-model configuration for the Swedish air force, after Stockholm signed a series production agreement worth SKr16.4 billion ($2.5 billion).
18 December 2013 | MILAVIA News
Brazil selects Gripen NG for F-X2 Requirement
The Saab Gripen NG has been selected as the new fighter aircraft for the Brazilian Air Force (Força Aérea Brasileira - FAB). The announcement was made ​​by Defence Minister, Celso Amorim, at a press conference on Wednesday 18 December 2013 in Brasilia.
7 November 2013 | Flight Global
Selex unveils BriteCloud decoy for Gripen
Saab is to conduct flight tests in 2014 with a new expendable decoy intended to significantly boost the self-protection capabilities of its Gripen fighter.
1 October 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Saab Presents Sea Gripen At India Show
The Sea Gripen generated a lot of interest at the recently concluded NAMEXPO 2013 held at Kochi, India. Tony Ogilvy, General Manager Aeronautics & International Head, Sea Gripen Program (SAAB), in his presentation on Sea Gripen, spoke about Saab’s plans for the development of the aircraft. Speak...
13 September 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Czechs to Renew Gripen Lease for 14 Years
The Czech Government has decided to lease 14 Gripen aircraft for another 14 years. The Swedish Defence and Security Export Agency (FXM) has been negotiating on a new agreement for over a year with the Czech Ministry of Defence. The Gripen fighters have been part of the Czech air defence system since...
13 September 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Thailand Gripen-based Air Defense declared Operational
On 11 September 2013, the Royal Thai Air Force declared the Gripen Integrated Air Defense System commissioned as a fully operational part of the air force at its home base, Wing 7 in Surat Thani.
28 August 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Swiss Committee Approves Gripen E Procurement Plan, Funds
Earlier today, the security committee of the National Council (Nationalrat) in the Swiss Parliament debated and voted “yes” to the procurement of Gripen E. The committee reached a majority “yes” vote – 14 in favour and 9 against - and it is anticipated that the procurement will progress to the pl...
28 August 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Czechs, Swiss Boost Hopes for Sweden’s Gripen
The interim Czech government said it plans to renew its lease of JAS Gripen fighter jets, while a parliamentary committee in Switzerland said yes to a proposed 23 billion kronor ($3.5 billion) purchase of the Swedish-made warplanes. Following two days of discussions of the deal that would see the...
19 June 2013 | Flight Global
PARIS: Saab cuts metal on first Gripen E test aircraft
Saab has cut metal on its first of three dedicated test examples of the Gripen E fighter, and flown the type's production-standard AESA radar ...
29 April 2013 | Defense-Aerospace
Sweden Delivers 3 More Gripens to Thailand
On 5 April, three JAS 39 Gripen aircraft landed at the Thai airbase, Wing 7, at Surat Thani in southern Thailand. This was after a three-day flight from Linköping with stopovers in Hungary, Greece, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and India. The aircraft were delivered by the ...
22 February 2013 | Flight Global
Sweden commits first funds to Gripen E programme
Sweden has placed its first contract with Saab linked to the introduction of 60 new-generation Gripen E fighters from 2018 ...
17 January 2013 | Flight Global
Swedish government approves 60-aircraft Gripen E programme
Sweden's government has approved a proposal by the armed forces to acquire 60 Saab Gripen E combat aircraft, delivering a major boost for the developmental version of the manufacturer's flagship product.
2012
6 December 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Swedish Defence Committee Approves Gripen NG Upgrade Program
The Swedish Parliament has announced in a press release that the Defence Committee has given its nod for the purchase of 40-60 new Gripen fighters. The Committee also wants an annual accounting on Gripen NG. A majority of the members of parliament have declared that the parliament should be...
3 December 2012 | AviationWeek
Sweden Cuts Price On Czech Combat Jets Offer
Czechs threatened to find another aircraft, Lidove Noviny said.
9 November 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Swedish Military Need 60+ New Fighters
Sweden needs at least 60 Gripen combat aircraft in the future, the Swedish Armed Forces Supreme Commander Sverker Göransson, told a parliamentary hearing today. "Sweden needs 60-80 fighter aircraft to meet the technical and operational threat scenario, "says Armed Forces Supreme Commander Sverker Goranson...
11 October 2012 | Flight Global
Sweden offers Croatia Gripen purchase
Croatia has been formally offered the purchase of eight Saab Gripen C/Ds to replace its aged air force fleet of Mikoyan MiG-21 fighters ...
5 October 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Gripen Flies Into Switzerland for Demos
Next week the Gripen E/F test aircraft will make its debut in the Swiss Alps during the Axalp flight demonstration by the Swiss Air Force, 10-11 October. Wednesday morning the aircraft arrived in Switzerland after a non-stop flight from Linköping in Sweden. For the first time, the Gripen E/F test...
4 October 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Gripen F Demonstrator Arrives in Switzerland
The Gripen F demonstrator landed this morning at Emmen air base after a non-stop flight of about two hours from Linkoping (Sweden). During the flight, it was accompanied by a two-seater Gripen D. In the coming weeks, this fighter will be presented to the Committee on Security Policy, as well as ...
27 August 2012 | AviationWeek
Sweden Unveils Next-Generation Gripen Plans
Plans to buy 40-60 Saab JAS 39E/F fighters after reaching agreement on joint development, acquisition and operation with Switzerland
22 August 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Swiss to Proceed with Gripen Buy After Panel OKs Selection Process
The Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) has taken note that the assessment on which the Federal Council based its November 30, 2011 decision in favor of the Gripen fighter was found to have correctly followed procedures by the TTE Subcommittee (Partial Replacement of the...
13 August 2012 | AviationWeek
Saab Takes Next Step In Fighter Development
Saab and the Swedish and South African air forces are moving to establish a new Fighter Weapons School at the SAAF's Overberg base, in the southern Cape area, to develop advanced combat skills within the growing world community of Gripen pilots.
12 July 2012 | Flight Global
Saab to open Gripen fighter pilot school in South Africa
Current and future pilots of the Saab Gripen fighter will be able to cut their teeth at a new training centre in South Africa from late next year, following...
8 July 2012 | Flight Global
FARNBOROUGH: Gripen makes first appearance with new Raven radar
Saab's next-generation Gripen demonstrator is in the UK carrying a newly installed active electronically scanned array radar, with the technology representing...
15 March 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Swedish Military Detail Gripen Upgrade Plan
JAS Gripen will satisfy the Swedish Armed Forces' operational needs at least until 2040 and the system should constitute the core of Swedish air defences. Sweden needs at least 60-80 aircraft. This is the conclusion of the Armed Forces' analysis which is to be submitted to the Government today (...
29 February 2012 | DefenseNews.com
Sweden Needs Up to 80 New Gripen Fighter Jets
Sweden will have to begin replacing its aging fighter fleet in 2020 and will need 60 to 80 new Swedish-made Gripen jets, the military said in a report handed over to the government Feb. 29.
2 February 2012 | Defense-Aerospace
Czechs Likely to Extend Gripen Lease Beyond 2015
The Czech Republic wants to continue to patrol its skies with the supersonic JAS-39 Gripen jet fighters after the current lease expires in 2015, but the government will not make a final decision about the long-term outfitting of its air force until the economy improves, Prime Minister Petr NeÄŤas (Ci...
31 January 2012 | Key.Aero
Hungary extends Gripen lease
Saab has announced that Hungary has extended its leasing agreement for it fleet of JAS-39 Gripen fighters for another ten years from 2016.
26 January 2012 | DefenseNews.com
Sweden To Examine $5B Gripen Upgrade Proposal
Sweden's government is expected to examine in the spring an Armed Forces Command (AFC) proposal covering a possible $5 billion upgrade for the Air Force's 100 JAS Gripen multirole fighters.
2011
30 November 2011 | Key.Aero
Switzerland Selects Gripen to Replace F-5E Fleet
The Swiss Government announced on November 30 that it has selected the Saab JAS39 Gripen to replace the Swiss Air Force's F-5E/F Tiger IIs.
16 October 2011 | Key.Aero
Croatia Formally Offered Gripen
Sweden has now made a formal offer to supply the Gripen to the Croatian Government to replace its MiG-21s.
25 May 2011 | Defense-Aerospace
Saab to Design Gripen Carrier Variant in UK
Global defence and security company, Saab AB will open new UK headquarters and draw on British engineering expertise in a new Saab Design Centre in London. With 200 employees already based throughout the UK, Saab is preparing to expand its reach into the British defence industry by opening a cent...
12 April 2011 | Defense-Aerospace
Swedish Gripens Fly Patrol Mission Over Libya
LIBYA --- “It's a historic day,” says Anders Silwer, the Air Force Inspector, after participating in one of the first missions in support of UN Resolution 1973. During the mission, which began at 15:55 on Friday from Sigonella air base in Sicily, included air refueling by a TP-84T [C-130 Hercules...
11 April 2011 | Air Tattoo
Swedish Gripen will participate in the Royal International Air Tattoo
Three JAS 39 Gripen, from the Swedish Air Force are the latest aircraft to be confirmed for this summer's Air Tattoo.
4 April 2011 | Flight Global
LIBYA: Sweden sends Gripens to join Unified Protector
Sweden has deployed eight Saab Gripen fighters to Sigonella, Sicily in support of NATO's Operation Unified Protector ...
23 February 2011 | MILAVIA News
Thailand receives first batch of Gripen fighters
The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has now taken delivery of six Gripen C/D fighters. These aircraft belong to the first batch ordered in 2008. In total, Thailand has ordered 12 Gripen.
2010
1 December 2010 | Gripen International
Recce Pod Integration programme for South African Gripen at full speed
The Gripen weapons and sensor integration programme is constantly evolving and continues to cover new ground. Recently, the integration test flight with the new Thales Digital Joint Reconnaissance Pod for the South African Gripen was carried out successfully at the Saab test and evaluation facilities in Linköping, Sweden.
23 November 2010 | Gripen International
Gripen order for Thailand
Saab has received an order from FMV (Swedish Defence Material Administration) for six Gripen aircraft intended for the Royal Thai Air Force. The order is worth approximately 2,2 billion SEK.
20 October 2010 | Gripen International
Gripen fire Meteor for Swedish integration programme
FMV recently conducted a so-called Safe-Separation firing from Gripen with the Meteor missile at the Vidsel test range.
20 October 2010 | Gripen International
Czech Gripen squadron winners at NATO Tiger Meet
211th tactical squadron from the Czech Air Force with their Gripen fighters received the prestigious Silver Tiger Award to the best squadron during the recently held NATO Tiger Meet 2010.
11 October 2010 | Gripen International
The First Female Gripen Pilot is Born
This week, the South African Air Force created aviation history. One of the four South African Air Force (SAAF) pilots to successfully complete the first Operational Conversion Course (OCC) instructed by local SAAF pilots, is a woman.
27 September 2010 | Gripen International
10,000 flight hours with Czech Gripen
During the NATO Days 2010, the Czech Air force celebrated 10,000 flight hours with their fleet of 14 Gripen aircraft. That means an average of more than 140 hours per aircraft and year.
21 September 2010 | Gripen International
More fuel under the wings
The Gripen NG Demo is now flying with new extra large drop-tanks. Instead of the more traditional 300 gallon tanks used by Gripen C/D these new external tanks can carry 450 gallons of fuel each.
8 September 2010 | Gripen International
Future missile system for Gripen
Defence and security company Saab has received an order from FMV (the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration) regarding the integration of the active radar-guided Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missile, Meteor. The order is worth MSEK 312 spread over four years.
2 September 2010 | Gripen International
Royal Thai Air Force new member of Gripen User Group
The Royal Thai Air Force is now a full member of the Gripen User Group, joining Sweden, Hungary, the Czech Republic and South Africa.
26 July 2010 | Gripen International
Thai Pilot training for Gripen
Training of pilots, technicians and ground support staff is a vital part of RTAF's preparations for Gripen and much of this education is taking place in Sweden.
21 July 2010 | Gripen International
Successful A-Darter Missile firings
Saab has successfully carried out an important stage in the A-Darter missile programme with the first test firing verifying the integration between the missile and the Gripen aircraft.
19 July 2010 | AviationWeek
Thai Gripens To Be Operational In 2011
The first of four Royal Thai Air Force Gripen pilots and technicians are undergoing training in Sweden.
15 July 2010 | Gripen International
International public debut of Gripen NG Demonstrator
Gripen NG Demonstrator will be displayed to the public for the first time outside Sweden. The event will take place in the UK during the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) in Fairford 17–18 July and the following week at the Farnborough International Airshow.
15 June 2010 | AviationWeek
New Swedish Gripen Firms Up
'Sweden has committed itself to using the Gripen beyond 2040. The question is when to acquire the NG, and how many.'
27 May 2010 | Gripen International
Saab develops future avionics system for Gripen
Defence and security company Saab has received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to develop an avionics system for the Swedish Armed Forces' Gripen aircraft. The order value amounts to MSEK 450, divided over 2 years.
27 May 2010 | Gripen International
Gripen NG Demo flies from its nest
Last week the Gripen NG demo was making its Iinternational debut by taking part in the last phase of the Indian evaluation trials for the MMRCA (Medium Multi- Role Combat Aircraft) tender in India.
22 April 2010 | Defense-Aerospace
Galileo AESA Radar Flight-Tested on Gripen NG
SELEX Galileo’s prototype of its Raven ES-05 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, the Raven 1000P, is playing a key role in the Saab Gripen Next Generation flight proving and demonstration programme. The programme has been very successful, demonstrating radar modes in flight as well ...
15 April 2010 | Key.Aero
Saab offers Bulgaria a cut-price deal
Saab has offered the Bulgarian government JAS-39 Gripen fighters at the price of "second-hand US F-16s".
31 March 2010 | Gripen International
Saab receives order for further development of reconnaissance system
Saab has received an order from the Swedish FMV for further development of the reconnaissance system in Gripen.
23 March 2010 | Gripen International
Gripen C/D now in service at Såtenäs
The Swedish Air Force Wing F 7, based at Såtenäs, was the first unit to become operational on Gripen back in 1997. Having flown the first versions ever since, they are now beginning to convert to the latest Gripen versions. The conversion is primarily aimed at supporting the training of pilots from the Royal Thai Air Force.
12 March 2010 | Gripen International
Gripen NG Demonstrator flight tests in progress
The flight test programme with Gripen NG Demonstrator continues according to plan at the Saab facilities in Linköping. The latest flight, number 117 since the flight test programme started, was flown today.
11 March 2010 | Key.Aero
Sweden's Gripens to be upgraded
Saab has been awarded a contract to upgrade the Swedish Air Force's fleet of JAS-39 Gripens.
10 March 2010 | Gripen International
Saab receives order for development of Gripen
Defence and security company Saab has received an order from FMV (the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration) concerning development of the existing Gripen fleet. The order value amounts to SEK 2 billion for Saab, split over a period of four years.
9 March 2010 | Key.Aero
Gripen fights for Indian contract
Saab has sent JAS-39D Gripens to India to participate in the MMRCA contest.
27 January 2010 | Gripen International
The Thais gear up for Gripen
The first group of Thai Air Force technicians have arrived in Sweden for their initial maintenance type conversion course on the Gripen fighter.
2009
26 November 2009 | Gripen International
Gripen exceeds 130 000 flight hours
The Gripen fleet has now flown more than 130Â 000 hours. Gripen is in operational service in the Czech, Hungarian, South African and Swedish Air Forces and is also flown by the Empire Test Pilot School (ETPS).
5 November 2009 | Gripen International
Gripen NG Demo returns to the skies
Gripen NG Demonstrator started flight testing again on October 27 following a modification which includes the installation of an AESA radar.
14 October 2009 | Gripen International
Gripen in Croatia
Two Gripen fighters from the Swedish Air Force F 17 Wing visited Croatia on October 5.
2 October 2009 | Gripen International
Enhanced Gripen proposal for Brazil
Saab has submitted an update on the proposal offering 36 Gripen Next Generation (NG) to the Brazilian Air Force (FAB). The updated proposal fulfils all the requirements stated by Brazil to develop, manufacture, operate, maintain and upgrade an independent multi-role fighter, together with an extensive industrial package with full transfer of technology. This will give Brazil the opportunity to be involved in the development as well as to include a significant number of Brazilian suppliers in Gripen NG aircraft. “This will be a perfect match built on complementing abilities and technological excellence. A commitment from Sweden to Brazil delivers independence and not dependence. The unique industrial offset package means a direct involvement for Brazilian companies in the development, production and maintenance of Gripen NG. This will create and maintain high technology work opportunities in Brazil,” says Saab CEO Åke Svensson. The updated proposal outlines its advantages for the Brazilian Air Force and Brazilian industry and includes: A comprehensive Technology Transfer • Full access to and complete involvement in the Gripen NG development programme. • Complete Technology Transfer through joint development of the Gripen NG, giving national autonomy and independence in the design, development, manufacture and through-life support of Gripen NG and future generation fighters. • Independence in terms of choice of weapons and systems integration. • Production in Brazil of up to 80% of Gripen NG airframes. • Creation of a full Gripen NG assembly line in Brazil. • Full maintenance capability in Brazil for the Gripen NG engine. A unique competitive partnership • Brazil will have the sales lead for Gripen NG in Latin America with joint opportunities for the rest of the world. • Sweden’s commitment to take deliveries of Gripen NG aircraft in line with Brazilian time frames. • Sweden’s intention to evaluate the KC-390 transport aircraft for long-term tactical air transport needs. • Saab’s ambition to join the transport aircraft KC-390 development programme as a strategic partner, including support in international marketing. • A commitment from Saab to deliver over 175% of the total value in industrial co-operation to Brazilian industry. • Saab proposes to replace the Swedish Air Force fleet of SK 60/Saab 105 trainers with the Super Tucano. A cost-effective solution • A firm and highly competitive proposal for a long-term financing for the full FX-2 contract value from the Swedish Export Credit Corporation, a financial institution wholly owned by the Swedish Government. • Significantly lower acquisition, support and operating costs compared to the competition due to the optimised design, highly efficient manufacturing processes and ease of maintenance and support. About Gripen Next Generation When entering operation, Gripen NG will be one of the most advanced fighter aircraft in the world utilizing the latest technology. Gripen NG is the next generation Gripen, an enhanced version of the well established multi-role fighter which has proven low acquisition, operation, and support costs. The Gripen NG programme covers development of avionics and all major sensors, including AESA radar. The aircraft will have increased thrust, increased payload, and extended range in excess of 4 000 km, whilst maintaining the lowest cost of ownership.
22 September 2009 | Gripen International
NATO days in the Czech Republic
80 000 spectators enjoyed watching Czech Gripenâ��s fly at NATO Days in the Czech Republic.
2 September 2009 | Gripen International
Czech guardians signed off
On 1 September the Czech Air Force signed off as guardians of the Baltic skies after four month on NATO Quick Reaction Alert from the Siauliai air base in Lithuania.
24 July 2009 | Gripen International
Gripen at International Air Tattoo
The weekend July 18-19 Gripen from the Swedish and Hungarian air forces flew at the Royal International Air Tattoo in the
2007
13 December 2007 | MILAVIA News
Final Three Gripen Fighters Delivered to Hungary
On December 13, 2007, the final three Hungarian Gripen fighters of the total order for 14 aircraft were delivered.
17 October 2007 | MILAVIA News
Swedish Air Force Gripen Upgrade Contract Finalized
On October 17, 2007, a contract was signed between Saab and Sweden's Försvarets Materielverk (FMV) to upgrade 31 Swedish Air Force JAS 39A/B Gripen to the latest C/D standard.
3 October 2007 | MILAVIA News
Swedish Air Force Gripen Gets Cobra Helmet-Mounted Display
Sweden has ordered Saab's Cobra helmet mounted display (HMD) system for its Gripen fighters.
13 August 2007 | MILAVIA News
Two More Hungarian Gripen Fighters Delivered
Two more Saab Gripen fighters have been delivered to the Hungary.
2 July 2007 | MILAVIA News
SAAB Selected GE F414G Engine for New Gripen Variant
SAAB selected a new variant of the General Electric F414 engine for its Gripen Aircraft Demonstrator Program. GE Aviation and Volvo Aero Corporation will be working collaboratively on the new F414G fighter engine.
2006
21 June 2006 | MILAVIA News
Second Meteor missile firings with Gripen completed
The Meteor missile programme completed its second Air Launched Demonstration (ALD) firing on 20 June 2006. This successfully continued the first Meteor firing campaign with a Gripen fighter aircraft at the FMV Vidsel test range in northern Sweden.
22 March 2006 | MILAVIA News
First Five Gripen Fighters have arrived in Hungary
On March 21, 2006, the first five Saab Gripen fighters for the Hungarian Air Force arrived at Kecskémet Air Base.
2005
11 November 2005 | MILAVIA News
Maiden Flight First South African Gripen
The first dual seat Gripen made its maiden flight on Friday 11 November 2005. The aircraft painted in South African Air Force (SAAF) grey livery was flown by South African test pilot Charl Coetzee and Saab test pilot Magnus Olsson.
29 October 2005 | MILAVIA News
First South African Gripen Roll-out
Yesterday, the first completed Gripen destined for South Africa was unveiled in a roll-out ceremony at Saab's production facility at Linköping, Sweden.
28 October 2005 | MILAVIA News
First Flight Dual Seat Hungarian Gripen
On October 27th, 2007, the maiden flight of the first Hungarian dual seat Gripen aircraft took place at Saab in Linköping, Sweden.
31 August 2005 | MILAVIA News
Final Czech Gripens Delivered
On 31 August 2005, two JAS 39D two-seat Gripen multi-role fighters arrived at Cáslav Air Base in the Czech Republic after their one hour delivery flight from the Swedish Defence Material Administration (FMV) facility near Linköping.
21 April 2005 | MILAVIA News
First Flight Czech Two-seat Gripen
On 21 April 2005, the first of two JAS39D Gripen dual-seat aircraft destined for the Czech Air Force made its maiden flight from Saab's facilities at Linköping, Sweden.
18 April 2005 | MILAVIA News
First Six Gripen Arrive in Czech Republic
On April 18th, 2005, the first six Gripen fighters were flown to the Czech Republic.
20 February 2005 | MILAVIA News
Hungarian Saab Gripen First Flight
On February 16th, 2005, the first Hungary destined Saab Gripen made its first flight at Saab’s facility in Linköping.
25 January 2005 | MILAVIA News
First Hungarian Gripen Ready
At the Saab Aerospace factory in Linköping, Sweden a ceremony was held to celebrate the first Hungarian Gripen fighter to roll off the production line.
2004
15 December 2004 | MILAVIA News
Celebration of the First Czech Republic Gripen aircraft
At a ceremony today at Saab’s factory in Linköping the first Czech Republic Gripen aircraft was unveiled to the public for the first time. The ceremony was held to celebrate the completion of the production phase of Czech Republic Gripen aircraft.
18 October 2004 | MILAVIA News
Maiden Flight of First Czech Gripen
Monday October 18th, 2004, saw the take-off of the first Gripen fighter ordered for export. The aircraft, which will be delivered to the Czech Republic, was marked with Czech colors.
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