
Saab unveils A3-001 supersonic stealth drone
Swedish company Saab has introduced its new A3-001 supersonic stealth unmanned aerial vehicle, designed to operate alongside Gripen fighter jets, at the Malmen air base in Linköping.
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Swedish company Saab has introduced its new A3-001 supersonic stealth unmanned aerial vehicle, designed to operate alongside Gripen fighter jets, at the Malmen air base in Linköping.

A pair of JAS-39 Gripen fighter jets conducted a flyover above Prague at 11:30 AM for the ceremonial handover of command of the Czech Army's Operations Command.

Three Gripen fighter jets will take off from Kecskemét, Hungary, on Saturday morning to fly over Heroes' Square in Budapest. Residents should not be surprised if their windows rattle.

Sweden has placed an order worth approximately 2.7 billion euros for Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine, including spare parts, software, logistics, and weaponry.

The Hungarian Air Force officially took delivery of two new Gripen fighter jets at the 101st Air Wing base in Kecskemét. The Swedish-made aircraft had arrived in Hungary on June 18.

Hungarian Gripen fighter jets were scrambled to escort a passenger plane traveling from Israel to the Czech Republic after it failed to establish contact with Hungarian air traffic control.

Sources indicate that Ottawa is considering a mixed fleet of F-35 and Gripen fighter jets, potentially totaling over 100 aircraft. This strategy aims to bolster Canada's air force capabilities with a diverse range of advanced aircraft.
Brazil has expressed interest in acquiring an additional 20 Gripen fighter jets, expanding its existing fleet. This potential purchase signifies a further investment in its air force capabilities.

Sweden announced it will donate 16 older-generation Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, with experts discussing how a key detail of the transfer will determine their immediate impact on the war with Russia.

Ukraine is set to receive long-range Meteor air-to-air missiles along with the first batch of Gripen fighter jets, which will help push Russian guided aerial bomb carriers away from the front line.
Ukraine and a major fighter jet manufacturer are reportedly preparing a significant announcement, with a decision expected soon regarding a potential deal for Sweden to supply Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine. This development could significantly bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities.

Two new JAS-39C Gripen fighter jets have landed at the Kecskemét Air Base, increasing the Hungarian Air Force's fleet and strengthening its defense capabilities.

Hungary's Defense Forces are set to receive four new Gripen fighter jets at the Kecskemét air base by the end of June, as announced by Parliamentary State Secretary Tamás Vargha following negotiations in Stockholm.

The Hungarian Armed Forces are preparing for an air parade featuring Gripen fighter jets for the August 20 national holiday. A swearing-in ceremony will take place in front of the Parliament, and military equipment will be showcased in City Park.
Swedish Jas 39-Gripen fighter jets were scrambled to intercept Russian bomber planes operating over the Baltic Sea.
Ukraine is finally set to receive Gripen fighter jets, specifically designed for combat against Russia. While these new jets offer significant capabilities, their integration presents new challenges for the Ukrainian air force.
Ukrainian and Swedish defense ministers met to discuss further steps in their defense partnership, focusing on an initiative to supply modern Gripen fighter jets to enhance Ukraine's air defense capabilities.

Two new Gripen fighter jets have arrived at the Kecskemét airbase, increasing the Hungarian Armed Forces' Gripen fleet to eighteen aircraft.

Military experts anticipate that Ukraine will receive 16 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden by early 2027, equipped with Meteor air-to-air missiles capable of reaching targets up to 200 km away.

Swedish Air Force JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets are scheduled to perform a low flyover above Latvia on Saturday, June 6th, in observance of Sweden's National Day. The Latvian National Armed Forces confirmed the event.

A former Air Force commander states that Sweden's decision to donate JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine will help push back Russian bombers from the front lines.
An article discusses significant operational challenges and problems facing Ukraine's Gripen fighter jets, hinting at a large, silent operation.

NATO fighter jets were scrambled after an unknown drone violated Latvian airspace. This incident prompted Latvia to activate its NATO combat aircraft in response to the intrusion.

Hungary has taken delivery of two new Swedish JAS 39 Gripen C fighter jets, as announced by the manufacturer Saab.

Two new Gripen fighter jets have arrived in Kecskemét, bringing Hungary's fleet to 16 aircraft. This acquisition is likely the final defense procurement under Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky Kristóf's tenure.

Four new Gripen fighter jets are set to arrive in Hungary after the elections, increasing the Hungarian fleet to 18 aircraft, which also protects the airspace of several other countries.
The European Union has disbursed nearly €3.5 billion to Ukraine, with an additional €8.3 billion expected, to support the country's defense and other needs. These funds are intended for purposes such as acquiring drones, missiles, and Gripen fighter jets.
The UK is set to invest billions in Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine, with Labour leader Keir Starmer pledging a fleet worth 300 million euros. This initiative aims to help Ukraine acquire 16 Swedish fighter aircraft to bolster its air defense capabilities.

Hungarian JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets, part of NATO's rapid response, were scrambled to intercept a Chinese airliner that lost communication with air traffic controllers over Romanian airspace. The incident prompted a swift military response to ensure air safety.

Ukraine has signed a contract to acquire 16 Gripen fighter jets from Sweden, following a letter of intent signed in October for 100 to 150 Gripen E aircraft.
Two Russian fighter jets flew towards Sweden on Friday, turning back just hundreds of meters before entering Swedish airspace. The Swedish Air Force dispatched Gripen fighter jets to intercept them.

Ukraine is reportedly considering the acquisition of Gripen fighter jets as a critical component of its defense strategy against Russia, with a budget of 2.5 billion allocated for such military procurements.

Swedish Gripen fighter jets are set to be put to the test in Ukraine, where they will form the backbone of the air force and confront Russia, fulfilling the role they were designed for.

Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RSE) reports on the potential impact of Swedish Gripen fighter jets in Ukraine, noting that the donation could include advanced munitions like Meteor missiles, according to the Swedish government.

Ukrainian pilots are reportedly undergoing training on Swedish Gripen fighter jets, with Ukraine expected to acquire 20 new and 16 older Gripen jets from Sweden. This move is seen as a significant boost to Ukraine's air defense capabilities.

Hungarian JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets delivered a spectacular display at the NATO Tiger Meet in Greece, dazzling aviation enthusiasts at Araxos Air Base.

The Hungarian Air Force is participating in the NATO Tiger Meet multinational air exercise at Araxos Air Base in Greece with its JAS-39 Gripen fighter jets, a nearly two-week training event that began on May 4.
Reports indicate that Peru has decided against purchasing Saab's Gripen fighter jets, leading to a lost deal for the Swedish aerospace company.