Sweden Exploring Two-Seat Gripen F Procurement, Defense Minister Says

Sweden Exploring Two-Seat Gripen F Procurement, Defense Minister Says | Aviation Week

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Tony Osborne
June 03, 2026

Credit: Saab

Sweden is exploring the potential acquisition of two-seat Gripen F fighters, the country’s defense minister has suggested. Following the rollout of the first of eight two-seaters destined for Brazil, Defense Minister Pal Jonson told Swedish media that the Gripen F’s place in the Swedish air force…

Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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