Sweden to Donate 16 Gripen Fighters to Ukraine Starting 2027
Sweden announced it will transfer 16 Saab JAS 39 Gripen C/D aircraft to Ukraine beginning in 2027. Ukraine separately agreed to buy up to 20 newer Gripen E/F jets with EU loan funds for delivery in 2030.
montrealgazette.comSweden announced it will donate 16 Saab JAS 39 Gripen C/D multirole fighters to Ukraine, with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2027. The package includes long-range capabilities, ammunition, electronic warfare systems, and support from the Swedish Air Force.
Ukraine separately agreed to purchase up to 20 Gripen E/F aircraft using funds from the EU’s Ukraine Support Loan. Deliveries under that purchase are set to start in 2030.
Sweden will also provide maintenance and training support for the donated aircraft. " — Swedish government statement Sweden will additionally supply training and maintenance support for the transferred jets.
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Sweden's decision represents a pragmatic long-term investment in European security that strengthens NATO's eastern flank while creating economic benefits for Swedish industry through the follow-on purchase.
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