Sweden announces new EUR 400 million military aid package for Ukraine
The package includes spare parts for Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighters as preparation "for a possible future transfer if the Swedish government decides so."
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Ukraine ready for Swedish Gripens: infrastructure in place, says aviation chief
While Ukraine's current priority is acquiring F-16s, the country has also submitted all the necessary requests to procure Gripens.
Air Force: F-16 to become Ukraine’s main combat aircraft, Gripen may become additional option
Ukraine considers adding Swedish Gripen fighter jets to its air force alongside F-16s, an Air Force spokesman says. Previously, media reports claimed Sweden was considering Gripen supplies to Ukraine, but the decision has not been made yet.
Radio Sweden: Ukrainian pilots test-flew Gripen fighter jets
Ukrainian pilots have completed orientation training on Swedish Gripen fighter jets, local media report. Everything reportedly went well, and the results may influence Sweden's decision to transfer these aircraft to Ukraine.
Media: Sweden to consider sending Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine
As the Swedish Government explores the feasibility of aiding Ukraine with its fighter jets, Ukraine anticipates receiving 16-18 Gripen aircraft, according to Swedish media reports.
Sweden: no plans to send Gripen fighters to Ukraine
Swedish PM Kristersson emphasizes Gripen fighters for national defense, currently no intentions to send them to Ukraine.
Sweden confirms it will train Ukrainian pilots to use Gripen jets
Sweden will train Ukrainian pilots to use its Gripen fighter gets as part of a new support package…
Sweden to consider training Ukrainian pilots on Gripen fighter jets if asked, says defense minister – CNN
Sweden will “try to accommodate” instructing Ukrainian pilots on Gripen fighter jets if Ukraine makes the request, Sweden’s…
Swedish MP calls to allow selling SAAB JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine
The Swedish government should allow the sale of Swedish SAAB JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, in…