DefenceTalkThe first two serial production Gripen E fighters, called F-39 Gripen by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB), are in Brazil. The aircraft arrived in the country last Friday, April 1st, at the port of Navegantes, and today completed their first flight in the country. The two aircraft flew from Navegantes International Airport to the Gripen […]https://www.defencetalk.com/first-serial-production-gripen-e-fighters-jets-in-brazil-78641/

Saab today completed a successful first flight with the first Brazilian Gripen E fighter aircraft, 39-6001. At 2.41 pm CET on August 26, the Gripen E aircraft took off on its maiden flight flown by Saab test pilot Richard Ljungberg. The aircraft operated from Saab´s airfield in Linköping, Sweden. The duration of the flight was […]

DefenceTalkDefence and security company Saab unveils Gripen E, next generation fighter. Over previous versions of the Gripen, Gripen E has a significantly improved avionics system. The capability to carry more weapons and the improved range performance, is possible by a more powerful engine and the ability to carry more fuel. Gripen E is equipped with […]https://www.defencetalk.com/saab-unveils-gripen-e-fighter-aircraft-67507/

DefenceTalkEmployees from virtually every part of Saab are involved in the Gripen E project. Agreements have also been struck with more than 30 major development suppliers that are helping to realise Gripen E. “What we are doing now is unique,” says Lars-Erik Svedlund, Programme Manager for Gripen E/F. “We received the order from the Swedish […]https://www.defencetalk.com/gripen-e-production-is-fully-under-way-59448/