JAS 39 Gripen Guide: Small Airframe, Big Impact
Discover our guide to the JAS 39 Gripen, covering its design, advanced capabilities, operational flexibility, and role in today’s evolving air combat environment.
Saab Delivers New Gripen Fighter Jets to Hungary
Hungary has taken delivery of two JAS 39 Gripen C supersonic combat aircraft from Saab as part of a contract signed in 2024.
Brazil Unveils First Domestically Produced Gripen E Fighter Jet
Brazil officially unveiled its first domestically produced Gripen E combat aircraft during a ceremony at Embraer’s Gavião Peixoto facility in the country’s São Paulo state.
Meteor Missile Guide: The No-Escape Zone Redefined
The Meteor missile sets a new standard in long-range air combat. Learn how its unique design gives pilots an edge in modern aerial warfare.
Canada Pays for F-35 Long-Lead Items Despite Ongoing Fighter Jet Review
Canada has reportedly begun making payments for “long-lead items” tied to 14 additional F-35 fighter jets despite a contract review triggered by US trade tensions and sovereignty concerns.
Saab Eyes Arming Gripen Fighter Jets With APKWS Rockets Against Drones
Saab is exploring arming the JAS 39 Gripen fighter jet with the advanced precision kill weapon system as a low-cost counter-drone option.
Saab Secures $270M Contract for Gripen Fighter Development Through 2028
Saab has received a $270-million order from Sweden to fund development work on the Gripen fighter system through 2028.
Brazil Conducts First Meteor Missile Firings From Gripen E
Brazil has successfully fired the Meteor beyond-visual-range (BVR) air-to-air missile from its Gripen E fighter aircraft for the first time, marking a major leap in the country’s regional air defense deterrence.
Colombia Inks $4.3B Deal to Buy Swedish Warplanes
Colombia has agreed to buy Swedish warplanes in a $4.3 billion deal with Saab, President Gustavo Petro said, as his country is locked in tension with the United States.
Sweden Joins NATO’s Steadfast Noon Exercise With JAS 39 Gripen Jets
Sweden will participate in NATO’s Steadfast Noon nuclear deterrence exercise, deploying JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets and personnel.
Ukraine Confirms Swedish-Built Gripen Jets Will Join Military Fleet
Ukraine will receive Swedish-made Gripen combat aircraft to reinforce its airspace security amid the Russian invasion, First Deputy Defence Minister Lt. Gen. Ivan Havrylyuk has stated.
Thailand Procures Saab Gripen E/F Fighters to Modernize Air Force
Sweden’s defense procurement agency has signed a deal with Saab to supply four Gripen fighter jets to Thailand.
Thailand Approves $600 Million Deal for Swedish Fighter Jets
Thailand approved the purchase of four Swedish-made Gripen fighter jets, a week after reaching a ceasefire with Cambodia.
Saab Gripen E Flies With Helsing AI Pilot in Combat Simulation
Saab’s Gripen E fighter jet successfully integrated and flew with Helsing’s artificial intelligence (AI) pilot during three combat simulation trials from May 28 to June 3.
Ukraine Discusses Soviet Jet Upgrade With Swedish Officials
Ukrainian and Swedish officials have discussed upgrading Ukraine’s Soviet-era aircraft fleet with modern avionics.
Colombia to Buy Swedish Fighter Jets After Turning Down France, US Offers
Colombia will buy fighter planes from Sweden to replace its aging Israeli aircraft after declining proposals from the US and France.
MBDA to Supply Meteor Missiles for Swedish Gripen Fighter Jets
Sweden has awarded MBDA UK a contract to provide Meteor active radar-guided missiles for the armed forces’ JAS 39 Gripen C/D supersonic combat aircraft.
Sweden to Send Gripen Jets to Help Patrol Polish Airspace
Sweden said it would be sending up to eight Gripen fighter jets to take part in a NATO mission to police Poland's airspace.
Sweden Buys Mk82 Bombs From Rheinmetall to Equip Gripen Aircraft
Sweden has contracted Rheinmetall to acquire Mk82 bombs for its Gripen aircraft, aiming to enhance its air force's ground target capabilities.
Saab to Upgrade Gripen Aircraft, Including New Missiles
Sweden has awarded Saab a $42 million contract to upgrade its fleet of Gripen C/D fighter aircraft, including integrating new missiles.
Sweden’s Gripen Jets ‘Don’t Make Sense’ for Ukraine for Now: Dutch Defense Chief
The Netherlands’ top defense official has downplayed the prospect of transferring Swedish Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine now, saying such a move would not “make sense” at this time.
US Pitches F-16s to Replace Colombian Air Force’s Israeli Kfir Jets
The US has proposed a deal to supply F-16 Fighting Falcons as replacements for the Colombian Air Force’s Israeli-made Kfir combat aircraft.
Saab Confirms Gripen Supersonic Fighter Jet Offer to Colombia
Swedish defense contractor Saab has made an offer for the sale of its JAS 39 Gripen light supersonic aircraft to Colombia.
Sweden Selects Embraer C-390, Brazil Expands Saab Gripen Fleet
Sweden and Brazil signed a letter of intent to deepen defense cooperation through the acquisition of one another’s military aircraft.
